Inwards Meaning in English
word · lemma: inward
ˈɪnwɝd
IN-werd
ˈɪnwədz
IN-wuhdz
Definition
Towards the inside or center of something, rather than the outside. Often used to describe movement, direction, or focus going in.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or written English; 'inward' is an adjective, while 'inwards' is an adverb. Common in directions ("move inwards"). Not as frequent in spoken English as 'inside' or 'into'.
Spanish: hacia adentroPortuguese (BR): para dentroPortuguese (PT): para dentroChinese (Simplified): 向内Chinese (Traditional): 向內Hindi: भीतर की ओरArabic: إلى الداخلBengali: ভিতরেRussian: внутрьJapanese: 内側にVietnamese: vào trongKorean: 안으로Turkish: içe doğruUrdu: اندرون کی طرفIndonesian: ke dalam
Example Sentences
The doors open inwards.
basic
She took a deep breath and looked inwards.
basic
Push the button and the tray will slide inwards.
basic
When it started raining, everyone moved inwards to find shelter.
natural
The pain seemed to grow inwards, deep in his chest.
natural
Sometimes you have to look inwards to find the answers.
natural