to manage to live or deal with a situation with difficulty · to survive with just enough
Imagine you're traveling in a country where you don't speak the language, or you're on a super tight budget. 😅 This phrase is your go-to for talking about how you managed to make things work! It's all about surviving and thriving (or just surviving) when things aren't perfect. 💪
💡 **Pro Tip!** 'To get by' can be used for various situations, not just travel! You can use it for finances ('I can barely get by on my salary'), language ('I only know a few phrases, but I can get by'), or even just daily struggles ('I'm so busy, I'm just getting by'). It's super versatile! ✨
When would you use 'to get by'? A. 💰 When you've won the lottery and can buy anything you want. B. 😥 When you're struggling financially but managing to cover your basic needs. C. 🗣️ When you're perfectly fluent in a language and have no trouble.