English Expression · Intermediate
sit in
To attend a class, educational presentation, meeting, etc
Pronunciation: say sit in
Meaning
To attend a class, educational presentation, meeting, etc. for one time, as a visitor.
Example
Over 200 homeless women and children sat-in over night at the state house to protest inadequate state funding for Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC).
Over 200 homeless women and children sat-in over night at the state house to protest inadequate state funding for Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC).
Practice tips
- Practice sit in out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.