1 B1 neutral
To kick a ball toward a specific player, target, or area.
"The fullback kicked the ball to the winger, who ran clear of the defence."
inseparable
kick to
C1 neutral inseparable transitive
To direct a kick toward a specific person, target, or location.
In plain English
To kick a ball or object toward someone or somewhere in particular.
What does "kick to" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To kick something in the direction of someone or something.
Actually means
To kick a ball or object toward someone or somewhere in particular.
Usage tip
Primarily used in sports contexts (football, rugby, Gaelic games). Less idiomatic than other 'kick' phrasal verbs. Often used in commentary and coaching instruction.
Words that pair with "kick to"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
ball teammate corner target player wing
How to conjugate "kick to"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
kick to
I/you/we/they
3rd person
kicks to
he/she/it
Past simple
kicked to
yesterday
Past participle
kicked to
have + pp
-ing form
kicking to
continuous
Hear "kick to" in the wild
Listen to native speakers using "kick to" in real YouTube videos — click a clip to watch it on Looplines.
Other ways to say "kick to"
Swap in when you want variety — tap a linked one to explore it.
Keep exploring
Jump to every phrasal verb built on the same verb, particle, or level.