Phrasal verb
be into
Meanings
to be interested in or enthusiastic about something
to be romantically or sexually attracted to someone (informal)
Definition
“Be into” means to be interested in or enthusiastic about something.
“Be into” is used to say you like, enjoy, or are interested in an activity, topic, style, or person. It often suggests a current enthusiasm or hobby rather than a permanent preference. In informal speech, it can also mean you are romantically interested in someone.
Examples
- I’m really be into jazz lately, so I’ve been listening to it on my commute.
- Are you be into hiking, or do you prefer staying in on weekends?
- He’s be into photography and brings his camera everywhere.
- She’s be into him, but she’s taking it slow.
- They’re be into vintage clothes and often shop at thrift stores.
Common mistake
Learners often say “be into to + verb” (wrong); use a noun/gerund instead (e.g., “be into swimming,” not “be into to swim”).
More phrasal verbs
- go on To go on means to continue or keep happening.
- carry out To carry out something means to do it or complete it, especially a plan, task, or instruction.
- set up To set up means to arrange or prepare something so it is ready to use or happen.
- pick up “Pick up” most commonly means to collect someone or something from a place, usually by going there.
- go back To go back means to return to a place, time, or earlier situation.