in person — physically present; face-to-face rather than by phone, email, or other remote means
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: physically present; face-to-face rather than by phone, email, or other remote means
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ˈpɜːrsən/
Example Sentences
- The celebrity surprised fans by showing up in person at the small cafe.
- You need to apply for your passport in person at the government office.
- My grandmother insists on shopping in person because she doesn't trust online stores.
in person
ADVERB[/ɪn ˈpɜːrsən/]
physically present; face-to-face rather than by phone, email, or other remote means
She finally met her online friend in person at the train station.
Meeting in person lifts the burden, making success certain!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase 'in person' derives from Latin 'persōna', originally meaning the mask worn by theatrical actors. The term evolved to denote the character or role played, and eventually came to refer to an individual human being. The expression 'in person' emerged to emphasize meeting someone directly, face-to-face, rather than through representation or intermediary.
Breakdown
in (within, at) + person (an individual human being, from Latin persōna meaning mask or character). The phrase literally means 'within the individual' or 'in the actual presence of the individual,' emphasizing direct, unmediated encounter.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The celebrity surprised fans by showing up in person at the small cafe.”
“You need to apply for your passport in person at the government office.”
“My grandmother insists on shopping in person because she doesn't trust online stores.”
“The job interview will be conducted in person next Friday.”
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