What does the phrasal verb “get back into” mean?

What are the definitions of “get back into”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Start doing something after stopping for some time.

  I am GETTING BACK INTO my Khmer lessons after the summer break.

• 2. Find a new enthusiasm for something.

  I lost interest for a while, but I'm GETTING BACK INTO it.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “get back into”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb get back into is to start doing something again after stopping for some time. It can also mean finding a new enthusiasm for something that you lost interest in.

What are the different verb forms of “get back into”?

Root Verb	get back into
Third Person Singular Present	gets back into
Present Participle	getting back into
Simple Past	got back into
Past Participle	gotten back into

Example

After a long break, she decided to get back into painting.

Example

He gets back into his workout routine after recovering from an injury.

Example

She is getting back into her yoga practice after a few months off.

Example

Last year, I got back into reading books for pleasure.

Example

He had gotten back into playing the guitar after a long hiatus.

What kind of phrasal verb is “get back into”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“get back into” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

She got back into running after her injury healed.

Example

I got back into cooking when I moved into my new apartment.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“get back into” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

She got back into running after her injury healed.

Example

I got back into cooking when I moved into my new apartment.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “get back into”?

Get back into the swing of things

To return to a normal routine or regain one's usual level of energy and enthusiasm after a break or disruption.

Example

After a long vacation, it took me a week to get back into the swing of things at work.

Get back into shape

To regain physical fitness or return to a previous level of health and well-being.

Example

I started going to the gym to get back into shape after gaining some weight.

Get back into the game

To re-engage in a competitive situation or activity after a period of absence or inactivity.

Example

After taking a break from dating, she decided it was time to get back into the game.

Good things to know

Does “get back into” have an informal or formal tone?

Get back into is a neutral to informal phrasal verb. It is commonly used in everyday conversations and can be used in both casual and more formal settings, depending on the context. For example, it can be used in a professional context when discussing returning to work after a break or in a casual conversation about resuming a hobby.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “get back into”?

Synonyms

• resume
• restart
• reengage
• rekindle
• recommit
• revisit
• return to

Antonyms

• abandon
• quit
• discontinue
• cease
• stop
• leave
• give up