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How to Pronounce "go in for"

expression

ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
GOH-in-for
ɡˈəʊ/ /ˈɪn/ /fˈɔː
goh-IN-for

Definition

To enjoy a particular activity or hobby, or to participate in a competition or event. It often means having an interest in something or choosing to take part in it.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ

British English

ɡˈəʊ/ /ˈɪn/ /fˈɔː

Simplified Pronunciation

US

GOH-in-for

UK

goh-IN-for

Listen in Context

Many students go in for sports after school.

She doesn't go in for spicy food.

Are you going to go in for the contest this year?

I never really went in for team sports—I'm more of a solo runner.