Phrasal Verb: Hang Out / Get Along With

Hang out and get along with are two common English phrasal verbs related to friendships and relationships. This lesson explains both clearly. Hang out means to spend time relaxing with friends, as in we usually hang out at the café after class, a casual phrase used constantly among friends and peers. Get along with means to have a friendly or good relationship with someone, as in I get along with my coworkers really well, describing the overall quality of a relationship. The difference is that hang out describes a specific activity, spending time together, while get along with describes the general nature of a relationship over time. Both phrasal verbs are essential vocabulary for talking about social life, friendships, and workplace relationships in natural, everyday English. Practicing these phrases will help you describe your social connections more naturally in conversation.