1 B1 neutral
to turn quickly around so that you face a different direction
"She spun round when she heard her name."
inseparable
spin round
B1 neutral intransitive intransitive
to turn around quickly, often in a circular movement
In plain English
to turn quickly to face another direction
What does "spin round" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
to spin in a circular way
Actually means
to turn quickly to face another direction
Usage tip
Common in British English; American English more often uses 'spin around.' It is used both literally and for sudden reactions.
Words that pair with "spin round"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
quickly to face on your heel in surprise chair dancer
How to conjugate "spin round"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
spin round
I/you/we/they
3rd person
spins round
he/she/it
Past simple
spined round
yesterday
Past participle
spined round
have + pp
-ing form
spining round
continuous
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