English Expression · Intermediate
be around
To be alive, existent, or present
Pronunciation: say be around
Meaning
To be alive, existent, or present.
Example
I'll be around for another hour or so.
I'll be around for another hour or so.
Practice tips
- Practice be around out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.