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Go
ɡoʊ
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Go -
To move from one place to another
Example: I need to go to the store to buy some groceries.
Usage: informalContext: daily activities
Note: One of the most common uses of 'go' in everyday language.
To function or operate
Example: The car won't go because it's out of gas.
Usage: informalContext: mechanical or technical situations
Note: Used to describe the operation of machines or systems.
To attend or participate in an event
Example: Are you going to the party tonight?
Usage: informalContext: social gatherings
Note: Commonly used to inquire about someone's plans to attend an event.
To proceed or continue
Example: Let's go with the original plan and not make any changes.
Usage: formalContext: decision-making or planning
Note: Used to suggest moving forward with a particular course of action.
To be given or awarded
Example: The prize for the best costume goes to Sarah.
Usage: formalContext: awards or recognition
Note: Commonly used in award ceremonies or competitions.
Go's synonyms
Proceed
To continue with a course of action or a process.
Example: We will proceed with the plan as scheduled.
Note: Proceed implies moving forward with a specific plan or action, whereas 'go' is more general.
Travel
To go from one place to another, typically over a distance.
Example: They decided to travel to Europe for their vacation.
Note: Travel specifically refers to the act of journeying from one place to another, often involving a longer distance.
Depart
To leave a place, especially to start a journey.
Example: The train will depart from platform 3 in 10 minutes.
Note: Depart is more formal and often used in the context of transportation or scheduled departures.
Move
To change position or go in a particular direction.
Example: It's time to move on to the next phase of the project.
Note: Move can imply physical or metaphorical motion, while 'go' is more general.
Advance
To move forward in a purposeful way.
Example: The army advanced towards the enemy's position.
Note: Advance suggests a deliberate and strategic movement forward.
Go expressions, common phrases
Go for it
Encouraging someone to take action or make a decision.
Example: I'm nervous about applying for the job, but I'm just going to go for it.
Note: The phrase 'go for it' emphasizes taking a bold or decisive action.
Go the extra mile
To make additional effort beyond what is expected or required.
Example: She always goes the extra mile to help her friends in need.
Note: This idiom implies putting in more effort or going beyond the usual expectations.
Go with the flow
To accept events or situations as they happen without trying to control them.
Example: I'm not sure what the plan is, but I'll just go with the flow.
Note: This idiom suggests being adaptable and flexible in various situations.
Go down in flames
To fail spectacularly or embarrassingly.
Example: His attempt to impress the boss went down in flames when he spilled coffee on her.
Note: The expression 'go down in flames' conveys a sense of crashing or burning in a dramatic way.
Go off the deep end
To react irrationally or lose control emotionally.
Example: John went off the deep end when he found out his car was stolen.
Note: This idiom describes an extreme or sudden emotional reaction to a situation.
Go the distance
To complete a task or achieve a goal regardless of obstacles or challenges.
Example: I know the training is tough, but if you want to win the race, you have to go the distance.
Note: The phrase 'go the distance' emphasizes perseverance and determination in achieving a goal.
Go hand in hand
To be closely associated or interconnected.
Example: Innovation and creativity often go hand in hand.
Note: This idiom highlights the strong relationship or connection between two things.
Go the whole nine yards
To do everything possible; to make a full effort.
Example: She wanted her wedding to be perfect, so she decided to go the whole nine yards with decorations and flowers.
Note: This idiom suggests putting in maximum effort or doing everything to achieve a desired result.
Go cold turkey
To stop a habit or addiction suddenly and completely.
Example: He decided to quit smoking and went cold turkey, without using any aids.
Note: The phrase 'go cold turkey' implies quitting abruptly and without gradual reduction.
Go everyday (slang) expressions
Go for broke
To take a risk or make a bold all-out effort.
Example: Let's go for broke and give it our all in this competition.
Note: The original word 'go' implies movement, but 'go for broke' suggests taking a chance or giving maximal effort.
Go bananas
To become extremely excited or enthusiastic.
Example: The crowd went bananas when the band started playing their hit song.
Note: While 'go' typically denotes movement, 'go bananas' means to become crazy or excited.
Go haywire
To malfunction or behave erratically.
Example: My computer's been acting up; it seems to be going haywire.
Note: The slang term suggests something going out of control or behaving unexpectedly, whereas 'go' simply denotes movement.
Go down in history
To be recorded for future generations; to become famous or legendary.
Example: Her incredible achievements will surely go down in history.
Note: While 'go' implies movement, 'go down in history' refers to making a lasting impact or being remembered for a long time.
Go postal
To become extremely angry or violently agitated.
Example: I was so frustrated that I nearly went postal on my coworkers.
Note: The term 'go' denotes movement, while 'go postal' refers to uncontrolled anger or aggression.
Go off the grid
To disconnect from electronic communication or technology.
Example: During my vacation, I plan to go off the grid and disconnect from technology.
Note: While 'go' typically implies movement, 'go off the grid' refers to disconnecting from modern technology or communications.
Go Dutch
To split the bill evenly or pay separately for one's own expenses.
Example: Let's go Dutch and each pay for our own meal.
Note: The original word 'go' typically implies movement, but 'go Dutch' refers to sharing expenses.
Go - Examples
I go to school every day.
She likes to go shopping on weekends.
They are planning to go on vacation next month.
We can go for a walk in the park this afternoon.
Go grammar
Go - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: go
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): go, goes
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): go
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): went
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): gone
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): going
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): goes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): go
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): go
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Go Contains 1 syllables: go
Phonetic transcription: ˈgō
go , ˈgō (The red syllable is stressed)
Go - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Go: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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