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go for it

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɡoʊ fɚ ɪt/ · UK /ˈɡəʊ fər ɪt/

go for it means: Said to give someone permission or encourage them to do what they suggest.

verb

YES DO ITB1

Said to give someone permission or encourage them to do what they suggest.

  • 'Can I use your pen?' 'Go for it.'
  • 'I'd like to try painting.' 'Go for it!'
  • When I asked to change the design, she said, 'Go for it.'

Similar words: go ahead, sure

Common phrases: sure go for it, yes go for it

DECIDE TO ACTB1

To decide to try or do something, especially after feeling unsure.

  • I was nervous, but I went for it.
  • If the job interests you, go for it.
  • After weeks of doubt, she decided to go for it and open a shop.

Similar words: take the plunge, give it a try

Opposites: hold back

Common phrases: just go for it, finally go for it, go for it anyway

TRY YOUR HARDESTB1

To try as hard as you can to achieve something.

  • If you want to win, go for it!
  • She really went for it in the final race.
  • We're going for it this year and hoping to win the championship.

Similar words: give it your all, try your hardest

Opposites: give up

Common phrases: really go for it, go for it hard, just go for it

Questions about go for it

What does go for it mean?

Said to give someone permission or encourage them to do what they suggest.

What is go for it in other languages?

Türkçe: buyur · Español: adelante · Français: vas-y · Deutsch: nur zu · Italiano: vai pure · 日本語: どうぞ

How do you pronounce go for it?

In American English /ˈɡoʊ fɚ ɪt/; in British English /ˈɡəʊ fər ɪt/.

How do you use go for it in a sentence?

'Can I use your pen?' 'Go for it.' 'I'd like to try painting.' 'Go for it!'

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