instincts
word · lemma: instinct
/ˈɪnstɪŋkts/
IN-stingkts
/ˈɪnstɪŋkts/
IN-stingkts
Definition
Natural feelings or ways of behaving that are not learned, but happen automatically. It can also mean a strong inner sense that helps you know what to do.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in the plural: 'animal instincts', 'motherly instincts', 'survival instincts'. 'Instinct' often refers to an inborn drive, while 'intuition' is more about a feeling or judgment. Common patterns: 'follow your instincts', 'trust your instincts'.
Spanish: instintosPortuguese (BR): instintosPortuguese (PT): instintosChinese (Simplified): 本能 - 直觉Chinese (Traditional): 本能 - 直覺Hindi: वृत्तियाँ - सहज प्रवृत्तियाँArabic: غرائز - حدس فطريBengali: প্রবৃত্তি - স্বাভাবিক প্রবণতাRussian: инстинктыJapanese: 本能Vietnamese: bản năngKorean: 본능Turkish: içgüdüUrdu: فطری رجحانات - جبلتیںIndonesian: naluri - insting
Example Sentences
Animals use their instincts to find food.
basic
I trusted my instincts and said no.
basic
Good parents often have strong instincts.
basic
My instincts told me something was off, and I was right.
natural
In a crisis, people go back to basic instincts.
natural
Sometimes you just have to trust your instincts.
natural