Phrasal verb
get in
Meanings
to arrive at a place, especially after traveling
to enter a car, taxi, or other vehicle
to be elected or chosen for a position, or to be accepted into an institution or group
Definition
“Get in” most often means to arrive somewhere, especially a destination or home.
“Get in” is a phrasal verb commonly used to talk about arriving at a place, often after a journey. It can also mean to enter a vehicle, or to be elected or accepted into a group or institution. The exact meaning depends on the context and what follows the verb.
Examples
- I got in just before midnight because my train was delayed.
- What time did you get in from your trip?
- He got in late and quietly closed the door.
- She got in the car and buckled her seat belt.
- They got in after the vote and started planning their first meeting.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse “get in” (arrive or enter a vehicle) with “get into” (enter a place or become involved in something).
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.