Vocabulary: Commonly Used Verb - "Get Rid of"

Expression: GET RID OF

To “get rid of” has many meanings depending on the context. "Get rid of" a plusieurs significations selon le contexte.

A. put something somewhere
B. remove something
C. eliminate a problem - éliminer
D. throw something - jeter
E. donate or give away something- faire un don ou donner
F. sell something – vendre
G. make someone go away – faire partir quelqu'un

Example:

• Man: “I want to get rid of my computer.” Je veux me débarrasser de mon ordinateur.
• Woman: “What do you mean? Do you want to put it somewhere, throw, donate, or sell?” Que voulez-vous dire? Voulez-vous le mettre quelque part, le jeter, le donner ou le vendre?
• Man: “I am not sure.”

Vocabulary
A. Simplify [simplifier]: Make something easier or clearer.
B. Clutter [désordre]: Disorganized collection of items.
C. Storage [stockage, dépôt]: Space for keeping items.
D. Charity [charité]: Assistance for those in need.
E. Noisy [bruyant]: Producing a lot of sound.
F. Loud [fort]: Strong or high-volume sound.

Guide Questions
1. Describe Jon. What is he currently doing?
2. What does his friend advise him to do?
3. What are his plans?

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TRANSCRIPT

Michael is so stressed. To get rid of his stress, he is taking up yoga and meditation. His friend also advised him to simplify his life. He can start by removing clutter in his house. First, Michael decided to get rid of the old furniture and put it in storage. He also finally got rid of his broken chair and threw it in the trash. In addition, he plans to get rid of his extra clothes by donating them to a local charity. He will also get rid of his old video games by selling them online, but he is not happy about that. He wants to keep them. Another cause of stress is his noisy neighbors. He wished he could get rid of his loud neighbors who always play music at night. (136 words)