get in line

get in line(
gehd
 
ihn
 
layn
)
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. ponerse en la fila
We got in line at 9.30 and waited for a whole hour.Nos pusimos en la fila a las 9.30 y esperamos una hora entera.
b. ponerse en la cola
We got in line five hours before the show started.Nos pusimos en la cola cinco horas antes de que empezara el espectáculo.
c. hacer fila
If you want to get in line, go ahead. I'm going back home.Si quieres hacer fila, adelante. Yo me vuelvo a casa.
d. hacer cola
I'll go get in line for a coffee.Voy a hacer cola para pedir un café.
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