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suck in

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌsʌk ˈɪn/

suck in means: To pull air, liquid, or small objects into something by a force that draws them inward.

verb

DRAW INSIDEB1

To pull air, liquid, or small objects into something by a force that draws them inward.

  • The cleaner sucks in dust.
  • She sucked in a deep breath before speaking.
  • The pump sucked muddy water in through the pipe.

How to use it: suck in something (The fan sucks in air through this opening.); suck something in (The pump sucked the water in.)

Similar words: draw in

Opposites: blow out

Common phrases: suck in air, suck something in

DRAW INTO TROUBLEB2

To gradually involve someone in an activity or situation they may not want or benefit from.

  • The scheme sucked me in.
  • She got sucked into an argument with her neighbours.
  • Do not let their problems suck you in.

How to use it: suck someone into something (The promises of easy money sucked him into the scheme.); be/get sucked in (I only meant to watch, but I got sucked in.)

Similar words: draw in, drag in, involve

Common phrases: suck someone in, suck in someone

Questions about suck in

What does suck in mean?

To pull air, liquid, or small objects into something by a force that draws them inward.

What is suck in in other languages?

Türkçe: içine çekmek · Español: aspirar · Français: aspirer · Deutsch: einsaugen · Italiano: aspirare · 日本語: 吸い込む

How do you pronounce suck in?

It is pronounced /ˌsʌk ˈɪn/.

How do you use suck in in a sentence?

The cleaner sucks in dust. She sucked in a deep breath before speaking.

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