Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

in for

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 6.82 in modern English

Syllables: in- -for
IPA

8

Scrabble Score

5

Letters

3

Syllables

5

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep

About to encounter or undergo; usually said of unwelcome things in prospect.

Example Sentences

"The forecasters say that we are in for a very cold winter."
"England seem in for a tough match against Italy."
"Will this decision-making paralysis continue until Great British Railways has been established and settled into a new rhythm? If so, passengers on the West of England line are in for a rough ride, as the reliability of these tired old British Rail trains inevitably declines, and maintenance costs rise."

Questions

What does in for mean?: About to encounter or undergo; usually said of unwelcome things in prospect.

How to pronounce in for

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