# barge into

CEFR B2 · Phrasal verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/barge-into
Updated: 2026-04-24

## Definition

to enter a room or join a conversation suddenly and rudely, often without being invited.

For teachers: to enter a space or interrupt a situation abruptly and without permission; often implies a lack of social grace or physical clumsiness.

## Examples

- He barged into my office without knocking.
- I was having a private conversation when she barged into the room to ask for help.
- The protesters attempted to barge into the conference hall, but security personnel managed to intercept them at the main entrance.

## Pitfalls

- Not "He barged the room into." but "He barged into the room." — this phrasal verb is inseparable; the object must follow the preposition 'into'.

## Usage notes

- usually followed by a physical location or a social situation like a conversation or meeting.
- Teaching tip: help students visualize the physical movement of a 'barge' (a heavy boat) to understand the sense of forceful, clumsy, or rude entry.

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