See About – Meaning and Examples
If someone asks you to handle a problem or organize a detail, what do you tell them? When you promise to deal with a specific issue, we use the phrasal verb see about. This phrase is polite and useful for agreeing to take care of responsibilities or to investigate a matter. Let’s learn how to use see about correctly!
What Does “See About” Mean?
“See about” means to attend to, deal with, or investigate something that needs attention. It is a way of saying, “I will take responsibility for that task or problem.” Think of it like a list of tasks you need to check off. When you agree to see about an item, you are agreeing to address it and make sure it is resolved. The phrase is used to describe the action of taking charge of a situation.
When to Use It
Use this phrase in neutral or professional conversations when accepting responsibility or agreeing to a request:
- Request for Help: Agreeing to handle a logistical issue (e.g., tickets, reservations).
- Problem Solving: Promising to investigate a complaint or fix a small error.
- Planning: Taking on the duty of organizing an event detail.
This phrase is neutral and shows efficiency and reliability.
Example Sentences
- Don’t worry about the drinks for the party; I will see about getting them.
- We have a scheduling conflict, but I promise to see about changing the date.
- Can you see about fixing the light in the hallway this afternoon?
- The customer is upset, so the manager needs to see about giving him a refund.
Mini Dialogue
Alex: “The meeting room is double-booked for tomorrow morning.”
Jamie: “Oh dear. I will see about booking an alternative room right now.”
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Do not confuse see about (to deal with/organize) with “see” (to look at).
See about always implies a future action of organizing or fixing.
❌ Don’t say: “I will see about the picture on the wall.” (Sounds like you will just look at it.)
✅ Do say: “I will see about taking the picture down.” (Correct use to perform an action.)
Practice Tip
The next time you are asked to handle a task, use this phrase to show your willingness: “Leave that with me; I will see about it right away.”Final Note
Fantastic! You now know how to use see about to promise to take care of an issue or task. This will make your responses sound more responsible and professional. Keep using this phrase to show initiative!
