goes, went, gone, going
to go up
phrasal verbC
To move to a higher position or place
- 1The balloon went up into the sky.
- 2He went up the stairs quickly.
When you change from a lower spot to a spot that is higher, like walking from the bottom of stairs to the top, or lifting your hand from your side to above your head, you are making this action. It means changing your place to somewhere above where you started.
People often say "go up" when talking about elevators or prices, like "The elevator will go up to the fifth floor" or "The price will go up next month."
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on a mountain path
Reaching the Summit
George
Look at that view! We need to go up a bit more to reach the top.
Nancy
I can't wait to see the view from up there.
George
It's just a little further, and then we can rest.
Nancy
Alright, let's keep moving!
at the police station
Elevator Encounter
Daniel
Margaret, we need to go up to the second floor for the meeting.
Margaret
Alright, let's take the elevator.
Daniel
I hope it's not too crowded.
Margaret
If it is, we can always use the stairs.
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Similar to "to go up":
- 1ascend
- 2climb
