Grammar fix
get across
communicate clearly
to successfully explain an idea or message so that people understand it
phrasal verbB2common
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
She used simple language to get her point across to the class.
In group discussions, it's important to get your opinions across clearly so everyone understands your point of view.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I want to get my idea across to clearly.
Say: I want to get my idea across clearly.
Drop the 'to' — 'get it across clearly'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Get across' is the natural verb for communicating an idea; 'convey my message effectively' is presentation-coach speak.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
get + idea + across
- your point
- the message
- an idea
- clearly