Phrasal verb
fit in
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Definition
phrasal verb. to feel like you belong in a group because you are similar to the other people.
phrasal verb. to be socially compatible with other members of a group; to conform to the standards or expectations of a specific social environment.
Examples
“He tried hard to fit in at his new school.”
“It took a few months, but she finally feels like she fits in with her colleagues.”
“The architect designed the modern extension to fit in with the traditional aesthetic of the surrounding Victorian neighborhood.”
Examples
simple
“He tried hard to fit in at his new school.”
contextual
“It took a few months, but she finally feels like she fits in with her colleagues.”
complex
“The architect designed the modern extension to fit in with the traditional aesthetic of the surrounding Victorian neighborhood.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “fit in” in context.
Verb
01. fit in with friends
“She changed her hobbies just so she could fit in with her new friends.”
verb + prep + noun
02. struggle to fit in
“I struggled to fit in at my new school because I didn't speak the language well.”
verb + infinitive
03. try to fit in
“The new student tried to fit in by wearing the same clothes as his classmates.”
verb + infinitive
04. want to fit in
“Most teenagers just want to fit in and be accepted by their peers.”
verb + infinitive
Adverb
05. easily fit in
“With her friendly personality, she easily fit in with the rest of the team.”
adv + verb
06. naturally fit in
“He naturally fit in at the art club because he shared their passion for painting.”
adv + verb
Usage
often used with the preposition 'with' when followed by an object.
Teaching tip
contrast with 'belong', which is more about a deep emotional connection, whereas 'fit in' often implies adjusting one's behavior to match a group.
Pitfall
He fits in the group.
He fits in with the group.
when 'fit in' has a social object, the preposition 'with' is usually required.
Phrasal verb
Particles
in
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
fit + in (+ with + object)
Synonyms
Antonyms
Grammar
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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