get something twisted

== English == === Alternative forms === get it twisted === Etymology === Likely a clipping of get something twisted out of shape, referring to a notion or idea that has been taken out of proper context. Also likely from the observation that twisted wires or lines often result in miscommunication and error. === Verb === get something twisted (third-person singular simple present gets something twisted, present participle getting something twisted, simple past got something twisted, past participle (UK) got something twisted or (US) gotten something twisted) (slang, also African-American Vernacular) To misunderstand or misconstrue; to misinterpret; to be confused or in error. Synonym: misread === See also === get bent out of shape