In person Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈpɝsən
in PER-suhn
ˈɪn/ /pˈɜːsən
in PUR-suhn
Definition
When you do something face-to-face, by being physically present, rather than by phone, online, or through another method.
Usage & Nuances
'In person' is neutral and used in all types of contexts, formal and informal. Common with actions: 'meet in person', 'see in person', 'apply in person'. It's different from 'personally', which can mean 'in my opinion'.
Spanish: en personaPortuguese (BR): presencialmentePortuguese (PT): presencialmenteChinese (Simplified): 亲自Chinese (Traditional): 親自Hindi: स्वयंArabic: شخصيًاBengali: সরাসরিRussian: личноJapanese: 直接会って - 実際にVietnamese: trực tiếpKorean: 직접Turkish: yüz yüzeUrdu: بذاتِ خود - بالمشافہIndonesian: secara langsung
Example Sentences
I want to meet you in person.
basic
You must apply in person at the office.
basic
She saw the painting in person.
basic
I've only talked to him online, never in person.
natural
It feels different seeing the concert in person instead of on TV.
natural
Can we settle this in person?
natural