I'm getting fatter vs I'm getting fat

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I'm getting fatter' is used when referring to a continuous increase in weight, while 'I'm getting fat' is more general and can refer to a current state of being overweight. Both phrases are commonly used in English.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

I'm getting fatter

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate a continuous increase in weight.

This phrase is used when someone wants to express that they are gaining weight over time.

Examples:

I need to start exercising more, I'm getting fatter every day.
I've noticed that I'm getting fatter since I stopped going to the gym.

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i'm really fat and i'm getting fatter- need help. Post by Wisedude » Sun Oct 13, 2013 7:40 pm. Yeah I just keep eating constant all the time, I don't do any exercise ...

Alternatives:

I'm gaining weight
I'm putting on pounds
I'm becoming heavier
I'm getting bigger
I'm getting heavier

I'm getting fat

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate a current state of being overweight.

This phrase is used when someone wants to express that they are currently gaining weight or feeling overweight.

Examples:

I need to watch what I eat, I'm getting fat.
I'm getting fat, I should start a diet.

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Dec 9, 2012 ... I have gained 80 lbs, but do i really look that fat? im only 190-205 lbs and 5'3my waist is 49 inches tho. some idiots have thought i was ...
Nov 7, 2011 ... People say I'm getting fat! mrkmayfair. SubscribeSubscribedUnsubscribe 1,935 1K. Loading... Loading... Working... Add to ...

Alternatives:

I'm becoming overweight
I'm putting on weight
I'm getting heavier
I'm gaining weight
I'm getting bigger

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I'm getting fatter vs I'm getting fat