Grammar fix
get someone in
arrange professional help
To arrange for a professional or expert to come and help with a problem.
phrasal verb
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
We got a plumber in to fix the leaking pipe.
When our washing machine packed up last month, we had to get someone in because neither of us had a clue how to fix it.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: We invited a plumber to fix the leak.
Say: We got a plumber in to fix the leak.
'Invite' is for guests; for paying someone to come and do a job, say 'get someone in'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Get an expert to help
How formalCasualProfessional
get someone inYou're here · Especially British: arranging for a professional to help.
bring inInvolving someone because their knowledge or skills are needed.call inRequesting help from an expert or professional.