Plug in Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To connect a device to an electrical outlet so it can get power. It can also refer to connecting something into a system to make it work.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for electronics and appliances. The phrasal verb 'plug in' is separable ('plug it in'). It can also be used metaphorically for connecting into systems or groups.
Spanish: enchufarPortuguese (BR): ligar na tomada - conectarPortuguese (PT): ligar à tomada - conectarChinese (Simplified): 插上（插头）Chinese (Traditional): 插上（插頭）Hindi: प्लग इन करनाArabic: توصيل (في المقبس)Bengali: প্লাগ ইন করা - সংযোগ করা (বিদ্যুৎ বা সিস্টেমে)Russian: включить в розетку - подключитьJapanese: プラグを差し込む - 接続するVietnamese: cắm vào - kết nốiKorean: 플러그를 꽂다 - 연결하다Turkish: prize takmak - bağlamakUrdu: پلگ اِن کرنا - جوڑنا (بجلی یا نظام میں)Indonesian: mencolokkan - menghubungkan
Example Sentences
Please plug in your phone to charge it.
basic
You must plug in the lamp for it to work.
basic
Can you help me plug in the computer?
basic
Don’t forget to plug in the coffee maker before you leave.
natural
If you want to join the meeting, just plug in and introduce yourself.
natural
I can’t believe I forgot to plug in my laptop last night!
natural