In line Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɫaɪn
IN LINE
ˈɪn/ /lˈaɪn
IN LINE
Definition
'In line' can mean waiting in a row of people or things, or it can mean being in agreement or in accordance with something.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal. Common in US English as 'stand in line' (wait your turn) and 'in line with' (to match expectations/rules). British English prefers 'queue' instead of 'in line' for waiting. Don't confuse with 'online' (on the internet).
Spanish: en fila - en línea con (acorde a)Portuguese (BR): na fila - de acordo comPortuguese (PT): em fila - de acordo comChinese (Simplified): 排队 - 与...一致Chinese (Traditional): 排隊 - 與...一致Hindi: कतार में - के अनुरूपArabic: في صف - متوافق معBengali: সারিতে - মিল থাকা (মত/নীতির সঙ্গে)Russian: в очереди - в соответствии (с чем-либо)Japanese: 列に - 一致してVietnamese: xếp hàng - phù hợp vớiKorean: 줄에서 - 일치하여Turkish: sırada - uyumluUrdu: قطار میں - مطابقIndonesian: dalam antrean - sejalan dengan
Example Sentences
We waited in line for tickets.
basic
The students stood in line before entering the classroom.
basic
Please get in line behind the others.
basic
His opinion is in line with the company's policy.
natural
Are your goals in line with what you really want?
natural
They remained in line for the new iPhone all night.
natural