root = cheer for?

[bieasy]

Hi,

Can the verb 'root' mean 'cheer' too?

Example: 'Will you root for Manchester United in the next game?'

[bhaisahab]

Hi,

Can the verb 'root' mean 'cheer' too?

Example: 'Will you root for Manchester United in the next game?'

Yes, it can mean that.

[emsr2d2]

Hi,

Can the verb 'root' mean 'cheer' too?

Example: 'Will you root for Manchester United in the next game?'

It can, although it also means to "support". "Cheer" suggests actually making a noise, whereas you can support a team without making a sound - you just really, really want them to win!

[Y.2010]

Thanks for posting, helpful

[konungursvia]

But don't use it in Australia.

[bieasy]

But don't use it in Australia.

Pity. It was always my dream to take root in Australia.

[bieasy]

Thanks for posting, helpful

Welcome!

[billmcd]

Pity. It was always my dream to take root in Australia.

But what route would you take to take root in Australia?