see to
B1 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words
To do what needs to be done to take care of something or someone.
Meanings
1 B1
idiomatic
neutral
To deal with or take care of a task, arrangement, or practical matter.
"Can you see to the catering for Tuesday's meeting? I've got too much on."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B1 neutral
To attend to a person's needs, often in a professional or caring role.
"A nurse came in immediately to see to the patient who had rung the bell."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Very common in everyday British English. Can refer to practical tasks ('see to the repairs') or caring for people or animals ('see to the children'). Often used to reassure someone that something will be handled.
Commonly used with
repairs arrangements needs guests details luggage
Forms
Base
see to
I/you/we/they
3rd person
sees to
he/she/it
Past simple
saw to
yesterday
Past participle
seen to
have + pp
-ing form
seeing to
continuous
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