TO GET (BE) INTO SOMETHING
14 / 10 / 2004
TO GET (BE) INTO SOMETHING: meaning and examples
Good morning.
Today's expression is:
to get into something.
It means: to become interested in something, usually a new activity or hobby. It is very typically used in conversation and is slightly informal.
Example 1
Ever since Karen was given those opera tickets, she has really
got into opera music. She has even bought herself a season ticket to the opera.
Example 2
I know that cricket is the national sport, but I'm afraid I just can't
get into it. I've tried to watch cricket matches, but I find them so boring.
Once you have
got into this new activity, you can use the verbal expression
to BE into it to describe your on-going enthusiasm for the activity.
Example 3
Samuel
is really
into collecting stamps. He's been doing it for several years and he has a very impressive collection.
If you have any questions about this expression, please don't hesitate to
contact me. As you know, I
am really
into answering your questions.
Have a wonderful day!