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drop round

phr. v..
B1 Intermediate Oxford

phr. v.. to visit someone's home for a short time, usually without a formal plan or invitation.

phr. v.. to pay an informal, often spontaneous visit to a person's residence; primarily British English usage.


SIMPLE

I might drop round later to see how you are.

CONTEXTUAL

Since we live on the same street, my sister often drops round for a quick cup of coffee.

COMPLEX

He mentioned he would drop round after his shift ended, provided the weather didn't take a turn for the worse during his commute.

Particles
round
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
drop + round
Usage

often used with 'later' or 'this evening' to suggest a casual visit.

Teaching tip

note that 'drop round' is more common in British English, while American English speakers prefer 'drop by' or 'stop by'.

Pitfall

I will drop round to the shop.I will drop into the shop.'drop round' usually implies visiting a person at their home rather than a commercial business.

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