1 A2 neutral
For physical parts or objects to join or connect correctly.
"Follow the instructions carefully to make sure all the components fit together properly."
inseparable
fit together
B1 neutral inseparable transitive/intransitive
For two or more parts to join or combine correctly, or for ideas to be logically consistent with each other.
In plain English
To join together in the right way, like pieces of a puzzle.
What does "fit together" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B1 idiomatic neutral
For ideas, facts, or parts of a plan to be logically consistent and work as a coherent whole.
"The detective studied the witness statements, trying to work out how they all fit together."
inseparable
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
Physical parts slotting into each other correctly — like puzzle pieces or Lego.
Actually means
To join together in the right way, like pieces of a puzzle.
Usage tip
Used both literally (assembling objects) and figuratively (ideas, plans, stories being consistent). 'Fit together' is always used with the particle right after the verb — it cannot be separated.
Words that pair with "fit together"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
pieces parts ideas evidence clues components plans
How to conjugate "fit together"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
fit together
I/you/we/they
3rd person
fits together
he/she/it
Past simple
fited together
yesterday
Past participle
fited together
have + pp
-ing form
fiting together
continuous
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