Meaning trap
get on
make progress
to make progress or continue doing something, especially work or a task.
Don't mix these meanings
Same phrase, different job.
to make progress or continue doing something, especially work or a task.
Another meaning of 'get on' is 'board transport'; compare the examples to keep the meanings separate.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- I need to get on with my assignment if I want to finish it tonight.study
- In my opinion, it's important to get on with your studies even when you feel tired, because consistency leads to success.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: get on (with) + [task/activity]
WrongGet on your work!
RightGet on with your work!
To mean 'carry on / make progress', you need 'get on WITH' the task.
Patternget on (with) + [task/activity]
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'How are you getting on?' is the natural way to ask about progress; 'how are you progressing with' is stiffer.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
get on (with)with itwith your workwellslowly
Don't confuse it
Not the same as 'get along' (have a good relationship).
Related
- get on (board transport) — Another meaning of 'get on' is 'board transport'; compare the examples to keep the meanings separate.