Grammar fix
get even with someone
settle a score
To do something harmful or unpleasant to someone because they harmed or upset you first.
phrasal verb
How oftenNow and then
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
He hid my keys, so I got even with him by changing the Wi-Fi password.
When I was younger, I sometimes tried to get even with my brother after he played a prank on me, although it was usually something harmless.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I'm going to get even him for that.
Say: I'm going to get even with him for that.
The phrase needs 'with' before the person you want revenge on.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Hurt someone who hurt you
How seriousSettling scoresRevenge
get even with someoneYou're here · Informal: settle a score after being treated badly.
get backInformal: retaliate for something someone did to you.pay backMake someone suffer for what they did; 'pay someone back for'.