Join in Meaning in English
expression
ˈdʒɔɪn/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
JOY-n IN
dʒˈɔɪn/ /ˈɪn
joyn IN
Definition
To become involved in an activity with others, especially one that is already happening.
Usage & Nuances
'Join in' is informal and commonly used when inviting someone to take part in group activities, games, or conversations. It differs from 'join' (which can mean becoming a member), as 'join in' emphasizes adding oneself to an activity in progress. Typical: 'join in the fun', 'join in a discussion'.
Spanish: participar - unirsePortuguese (BR): participar - juntar-sePortuguese (PT): participar - juntar-seChinese (Simplified): 加入 - 参加Chinese (Traditional): 加入 - 參加Hindi: शामिल होनाArabic: يشارك - ينضمBengali: যোগদান করা - সঙ্গে মেশা (কোনও কাজে)Russian: присоединиться - подключитьсяJapanese: 参加する - 加わるVietnamese: tham gia vàoKorean: 참여하다 - 같이 하다Turkish: katılmak (bir etkinliğe/bir şeye)Urdu: شامل ہوناIndonesian: ikut serta - bergabung (dalam aktivitas)
Example Sentences
Can I join in your game?
basic
Everyone is singing. Let's join in.
basic
You can join in the conversation if you want.
basic
I felt shy at first, but then I decided to join in the fun.
natural
Whenever there's a group project, she loves to join in and help.
natural
Don't just watch—come join in!
natural