Phrasal verb
drop round
Definition
phrasal verb. to visit someone's home for a short time, usually without a formal plan or invitation.
phrasal verb. to pay an informal, often spontaneous visit to a person's residence; primarily British English usage.
Examples
“I might drop round later to see how you are.”
“Since we live on the same street, my sister often drops round for a quick cup of coffee.”
“He mentioned he would drop round after his shift ended, provided the weather didn't take a turn for the worse during his commute.”
Examples
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.”
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.
Phrasal verb
Particles
round
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
drop + round
Synonyms
Antonyms
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