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0rpheus Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Using the phrasal verb "pick up"

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I was wondering how to use the phrasal verb "pick up" if I want to say that I have recently started playing the piano.
  

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Hi, 'Pick up' in such a context means 'learn in an unorganized way, almost by accident'. eg I am picking up the piano by sometimes watchng my brother play. Clive

— Clive

  • Hi, 'Pick up' in such a context means 'learn in an unorganized way, almost by accident'.
  • eg I am picking up the piano by sometimes watchng my brother play.
  • Clive
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Hi,

'Pick up' in such a context means 'learn in an unorganized way, almost by accident'.



eg I am picking up the piano by sometimes watchng my brother play.



Clive
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"Pick up" is used quite loosely in English to express different meanings.
Can you pick up something quick for dinner on the way home? = To get something convenient for dinner.

He has picked up ballroom dancing since he met Sally = He began to learn ballroom dancing since having met Sally.

I will pick you up from the airport tomorrow = I am comi
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