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be into

A2 informal transitive
In simple words

To really like something a lot and spend time on it.

Literal meaning: To be directed into something — mentally or physically immersed in it.

Meanings

1 A2 idiomatic informal

To have a strong interest in or enthusiasm for a hobby, activity, or genre.

"She's really into jazz music — she goes to concerts almost every weekend."

2 B1 idiomatic informal

To be romantically attracted to someone.

"I think he's really into you — he keeps finding excuses to talk to you."

Usage notes

Very common in informal spoken English globally. Often used to talk about hobbies, music, sports, or romantic interest. In a romantic context ('I'm really into you'), it means attracted to someone.

Commonly used with

music sports art yoga someone cooking

Forms

Base
be into
I/you/we/they
3rd person
is into
he/she/it
Past simple
was/were into
yesterday
Past participle
been into
have + pp
-ing form
being into
continuous

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