Inscribe Meaning in English
word
ˌɪnsˈkɹaɪb
in-SKRIBE
ɪnskɹˈaɪb
in-SKRIBE
Definition
To write or carve words, names, or symbols onto something, especially as a lasting record. Sometimes also means to formally add a name to a list or record.
Usage & Nuances
More formal than 'write'; often used for permanent markings (like on monuments, rings, or awards). Common collocations: 'inscribe a name', 'inscribe an inscription', 'inscribe in stone'. Not commonly used for casual writing.
Spanish: inscribir - grabar (en una superficie)Portuguese (BR): inscrever - gravar (em uma superfície)Portuguese (PT): inscrever - gravar (em uma superfície)Chinese (Simplified): 题写 - 铭刻Chinese (Traditional): 題寫 - 銘刻Hindi: उत्कीर्ण करना - लिखना (सतह पर)Arabic: نقش - حفر (على سطح)Bengali: খোদাই করা - লিখে রাখা (স্থায়ীভাবে)Russian: высекать - гравировать - вписыватьJapanese: 刻む - 記すVietnamese: khắc (lên) - ghi tên vàoKorean: 새기다 - 각인하다Turkish: kazımak - yazmak (kalıcı olarak)Urdu: کندہ کرنا - تحریر کرنا (دائمی طور پر)Indonesian: mengukir - menuliskan (secara permanen)
Example Sentences
They inscribe names on the war memorial.
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You can inscribe a message inside the ring.
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They asked to inscribe their initials in the book.
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Can you inscribe a short dedication before you give me the book?
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Her name was inscribed forever in the record books.
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The artist will inscribe anything you want on your souvenir.
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