Drag into Meaning in English
expression
ˈdɹæɡ/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
DRAG IN-too, in-TOO, IN-tuh
dɹˈæɡ/ /ˈɪntʊ
drag IN-too, IN-tuh
Definition
To forcefully involve someone in a situation, usually a problem or argument, that they do not want to be part of.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly informal; often used for arguments, drama, or trouble. Common patterns: 'drag someone into a fight/mess/debate.' Implies unwillingness. Not literal dragging; avoid confusion with physical movement.
Spanish: arrastrar a - involucrar en (sin querer)Portuguese (BR): arrastar para - envolver em (sem querer)Portuguese (PT): arrastar para - envolver em (contra vontade)Chinese (Simplified): 拖进 - 牵连进Chinese (Traditional): 拖進 - 牽連進Hindi: में घसीटनाArabic: جَرَّ إلى - توريط فيBengali: জড়িয়ে ফেলা - টেনে আনা (সমস্যার মধ্যে)Russian: втянуть - впутатьJapanese: 巻き込むVietnamese: lôi vào - kéo vàoKorean: 끌어들이다Turkish: dahil etmek - karıştırmak (isteksizce)Urdu: گھسیٹنا (کسی معاملے میں) - ملوث کرناIndonesian: menyeret ke dalam - melibatkan (tanpa keinginan)
Example Sentences
Please don't drag me into your argument.
basic
He was dragged into the problem by his friends.
basic
Don't drag your sister into this.
basic
Why do you always drag me into your family drama?
natural
She hates being dragged into office politics.
natural
Let’s not drag the kids into our disagreements.
natural