pop in
Meaning(s)
1. to go in quickly or for a short time
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
pop in to say Hello, pop in to the shop
Analysis
'Pop in' is a phrasal verb which means to go into a place for a short time or enter somewhere briefly. "I'm just going to pop in to visit my friend on the way home." This is a casual expression usually used in social or casual conversation.
Social Examples (Basic)
- Oh, the show is about to start, I'm just going to pop in to the bathroom before it begins.
- I'd love to pop in to the office to introduce myself.
- I was passing your house, so I just popped in to say Hello.
Professional Examples (Basic)
- We have a high level of security in our building, so it can be difficult for potential clients to pop in.
- One major advantage of having an outlet in the station is that footfall is high and people tend to pop in to browse while waiting for their train.