Grammar fix

pitch in

join in helping

To join other people in helping with a shared job, usually by giving your time, effort or a bit of money.

phrasal verbB1common

Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

If everyone pitches in, we'll have the hall cleared in no time.

A: There's a lot to set up before the fair.
B: Don't worry, we'll all pitch in.

Fix the pattern

One small grammar move makes it sound right.

Not: Everyone pitched in the cleaning.

Say: Everyone pitched in to help with the cleaning.

Use 'pitch in to [verb]' or 'pitch in with [noun]'; don't put the task straight after 'pitch in'.

  • Pattern
  • everyone pitches in / pitch in (with [something])

Don't confuse it

Try it in Daily Speak