What are the definitions of “meet with”?
Learn how to use these expressions through these examples
- 1Have something happen to you.
They MET WITH some problems they hadn't anticipated.
What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “meet with”?
The most common meaning of the phrasal verb meet with is to experience or encounter something, usually an event or situation. It often refers to unexpected or unplanned events, such as problems, difficulties, or accidents.
What are the different verb forms of “meet with”?
| Root Verb | meet with |
| Third Person Singular Present | meets with |
| Present Participle | meeting with |
| Simple Past | met with |
| Past Participle | met with |
Example
She met with an accident on her way to work.
Example
He often meets with challenges in his job.
Example
They are meeting with some difficulties in their project.
Example
Yesterday, she met with an old friend by chance.
Example
The proposal met with strong opposition from the community.
What kind of phrasal verb is “meet with”?
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)
Intransitive verb
“meet with” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.
Example
The team met with unexpected obstacles.
Example
She met with a surprising turn of events.
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.
Inseparable
“meet with” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.
Example
The team met with unexpected obstacles.
Example
She met with a surprising turn of events.
What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “meet with”?
Good things to know
Does “meet with” have an informal or formal tone?
Meet with is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is appropriate for everyday conversations, as well as more formal settings, such as business meetings or academic discussions.
