Phrasal verb
go in
To go in means to enter a place or to become involved in an activity or process.
Meanings
to enter a place or enclosed space
to become involved in an activity, event, or process
to fit or be inserted into something
Definition
To go in is commonly used to talk about entering a building, room, or enclosed space. It can also mean to start taking part in something, such as a competition, discussion, or project. In some contexts, it refers to something being put inside something else, like a key going into a lock.
Examples
- I didn’t go in because the store looked closed.
- Can you go in and ask if they have any seats left?
- He went in through the side entrance to avoid the crowd.
- We should go in on the project together and share the work.
- The key won’t go in unless you turn it slightly.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse "go in" (enter) with "go into" (enter + specific destination or start discussing a topic).
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.