check on
A2 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words
To quickly go and see if someone or something is alright.
Literal meaning: To cast a 'check' (look) 'on' someone or something — to turn one's attention briefly to them.
Meanings
1 A2 neutral
To briefly visit or contact someone to see if they are safe, well, or in need of help.
"Could you check on the kids while I finish cooking dinner?"
Grammar: inseparable
2 A2 neutral
To briefly inspect something to see if it is progressing correctly or is in good condition.
"I went to check on the bread and it had already turned golden brown."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Commonly used for checking on children, patients, food cooking in the oven, or any situation where you want to confirm safety or progress. Gentle and caring in tone, unlike 'check up on,' which can feel more surveillance-like.
Commonly used with
baby patient dinner progress children elderly
Forms
Base
check on
I/you/we/they
3rd person
checks on
he/she/it
Past simple
checked on
yesterday
Past participle
checked on
have + pp
-ing form
checking on
continuous
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