Phrasal verb
go in
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 means to enter a place or to become involved in an activity or process.
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.