What are the definitions of “roll on!”?
Learn how to use these expressions through these examples
- 1Said when you can't wait for something nice in the future.
Roll on Friday! It's been a dreadful week.
What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “roll on!”?
The most common meaning of the phrasal verb roll on is to express excitement or eagerness for a future event or time. It is often used when you cannot wait for something nice or enjoyable to happen.
What are the different verb forms of “roll on!”?
| Root Verb | roll on |
| Third Person Singular Present | rolls on |
| Present Participle | rolling on |
| Simple Past | rolled on |
| Past Participle | rolled on |
Example
Roll on summer vacation! I can't wait to relax on the beach.
Example
She says, 'Rolls on the weekend!' as she looks forward to her plans.
Example
With the concert approaching, he keeps saying, 'Rolling on the big day!'
Example
When the holidays were near, she rolled on the festive season.
Example
The excitement for the party rolled on as the day approached.
What kind of phrasal verb is “roll on!”?
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
“roll on!” 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
Roll on the weekend! I need a break.
Example
Roll on the holidays! I can't wait to see my family.
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
“roll on!” 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
Roll on the weekend! I need a break.
Example
Roll on the holidays! I can't wait to see my family.
What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “roll on!”?
Roll on* [event/time]
Expressing excitement or eagerness for a future event or time.
Example
Roll on the summer holidays! I'm looking forward to some relaxation.
Good things to know
Does “roll on!” have an informal or formal tone?
Roll on is an informal phrasal verb used in casual conversations. It is not typically used in formal settings or written communication. Instead, more formal expressions like 'looking forward to' or 'anticipating' can be used.
What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “roll on!”?
Synonyms
- anticipate
- hurry up
- can't wait
- eagerly await
- look forward to
