English Expression · Intermediate
shape for
To head out to a particular destination
Pronunciation: say shape for
Meaning
To head out to a particular destination.
Example
Barents set a course northeast to get the expedition around North Cape and shaped for Novaya Zemlya, but Rijp refused to follow it.
Barents set a course northeast to get the expedition around North Cape and shaped for Novaya Zemlya, but Rijp refused to follow it.
Practice tips
- Practice shape for 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.