English Expression · Intermediate
get this
Used to emphasize or call attention to the next thing that is said
Pronunciation: say get this
Meaning
Used to emphasize or call attention to the next thing that is said.
Example
She opened her eyes about an hour after Blue arrived, and—get this! She looks at him and she goes, 'I'm bald. They had to shave my head.'
She opened her eyes about an hour after Blue arrived, and—get this! She looks at him and she goes, 'I'm bald. They had to shave my head.'
Practice tips
- Practice get this 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.