inbox
gb/ˈɪnbˌɑks/ us/ˈɪnbˌɑks/
B1
English
~ 9100
beérkezett üzenetek, beérkező levelek, bejövő irattálca, beérkező iratok tálcája, privát üzenetet küld, ráír, ír valakinek privátban
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
in [someone]'s inbox
I’ll resend the file in case it went to your spam instead of your inbox.
Újraküldöm a fájlt, hátha nem a Beérkezett üzenetek mappába, hanem a spam mappádba került.
My inbox is full of unread newsletters I never open.
Tele van a Beérkező levelek mappám olvasatlan hírlevelekkel, amelyeket sosem nyitok meg.
The support team replied within minutes, and their message appeared at the top of my inbox.
You can organize your inbox by creating filters and labels.
She checks her inbox every morning before starting work.
Learner examples
I have fifty new emails in my inbox.
Ötven új e-mail van a Beérkező levelek mappámban.
Please check your inbox for the meeting link.
Kérlek, nézd meg a Beérkezett üzenetek mappádat a megbeszélés linkjéért.
His message did not arrive in my inbox.
My inbox gets many messages every day.
I clean my inbox every Friday.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "inbox" and "mailbox." "Inbox" is usually digital (email, app messages), while "mailbox" can be physical (for paper letters) or digital depending on context. Also, learners may incorrectly say *"open your inboxes"* when talking about one person's email; use the singular: "open your inbox."
Meaning
main folder for incoming email
Collocations
check your inbox
|clear your inbox
|crowded inbox
|full inbox
|manage your inbox
|reach your inbox
Synonyms
email folder (More general; can refer to any folder in an email program, not only the main one for new messages.)
Antonyms
outbox (Refers to the place where messages you send are stored, the opposite direction of message flow.)
Themes
technology
|communication
|daily life
|work
Definition
The main box or folder on a computer or phone where new email or messages come in.
The main place in an email or messaging service where new incoming electronic messages are received and stored.
NOUN
B2
2
Usage pattern:
in the inbox on [someone]'s desk
Please leave any forms that need my signature in the inbox on my desk.
Kérem, tegye az aláírásomra váró űrlapokat az asztalomon lévő bejövő irattálcába.
Her physical inbox was piled high with unanswered letters.
A papíralapú bejövő irattálcájában magasra halmozódtak a megválaszolatlan levelek.
The assistant sorts the morning mail into each manager’s inbox.
He dropped the report into her inbox and walked away.
By Friday afternoon, my inbox is finally empty.
Learner examples
Put the letter in my inbox, please.
Tedd a levelet a bejövő irattálcámba, kérlek.
There are many papers in his inbox.
Sok papír van a bejövő irattálcájában.
The boss checks her inbox every morning.
New mail goes in the inbox on your desk.
My inbox is empty at the end of the day.
Common mistake:
Learners may think "inbox" is only digital. In office contexts, "inbox" can also mean a physical tray for paper documents, especially in traditional workplaces.
Meaning
tray for incoming paperwork
Collocations
paper inbox
|desk inbox
|stacked inbox
|overflowing inbox
|put it in my inbox
|on her inbox
Synonyms
in-tray (Common in British English; used almost only for the physical tray in offices.)
Antonyms
out-tray (The tray for documents that are finished or ready to be sent, opposite to incoming paperwork.)
Themes
business
|office
|work
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A box or tray on a desk where new papers or letters are put when they arrive.
A tray or container on a desk used for collecting incoming documents, mail, or work that needs attention.
VERB
B2
INFORMAL
3
Usage pattern:
to inbox [someone]
If you’re interested in the job, just inbox me your résumé.
Ha érdekel az állás, csak küldd el nekem privát üzenetben az önéletrajzodat.
She told her followers to inbox her with any questions about the event.
Azt mondta a követőinek, hogy írjanak neki privátban, ha bármilyen kérdésük van az eseménnyel kapcsolatban.
I’ll inbox you the directions after the meeting.
He inboxed her last night, but she hasn’t replied yet.
Feel free to inbox our page for more information.
Learner examples
Inbox me if you have a question.
Írj rám privátban, ha kérdésed van.
He inboxed me the photo on Instagram.
Instagramon küldte el nekem privát üzenetben a fotót.
I will inbox you the address later.
She said she would inbox him after work.
You can inbox the teacher if you are confused.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use "inbox" as a verb in formal emails, where it sounds too casual. In formal writing, use verbs like "email," "send," or "message" instead of "inbox." Also, avoid forms like *"I inboxed him an email"*; say "I emailed him" or "I sent him an email."
Meaning
send someone a private message
Collocations
inbox me
|inbox you the details
|fans inboxed him
|inbox her later
|inbox me your number
Synonyms
message (Slightly more standard and general; can be used as a verb in more contexts, not just social media slang.)
Antonyms
ignore (Instead of contacting someone with a message, you choose not to respond or reach out.)
Themes
technology
|communication
|social media
|daily_life
Definition
To send a private message to someone online, for example on social media or by email.
To send a private electronic message to someone, especially through social media or messaging platforms.
Grammar
Dictionary form
inbox
IPA
GB/ˈɪnbˌɑks/
US/ˈɪnbˌɑks/
Syllables & stress
in - box (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: inbox
- Plural: inboxes
Verb
- Base: inbox
- 3rd Person Singular: inboxes
- Present Participle: inboxing
- Past: inboxed
- Past Participle: inboxed
Word family
Expressions
inbox me
1/ˈɪnbˌɑks mˈi/
fixed phrase
informal
ask someone to message you
A casual way to say "send me a private message" on social media or by email.
Examples
- If you want the full document, inbox me your email address.
- Just inbox me and I’ll send you the details.
- She told her followers to inbox her for discount codes.
inbox zero
1/ˈɪnbˌɑks zˈɪɹoʊ/
fixed phrase
state of having no emails
A situation where you have dealt with every email or message, so there is nothing left in your inbox.
Examples
- I finally reached inbox zero after deleting and replying to emails all afternoon.
- Keeping inbox zero is part of her daily productivity routine.
- Many people try to get to inbox zero at least once a week.
straight to your inbox
1/stɹˈeɪt tə jˈʊɹ ˈɪnbˌɑks/
fixed phrase
delivered directly into inbox
Used to say that something, like news or a newsletter, will be sent directly to your email inbox.
Examples
- Subscribe now to get our latest tips straight to your inbox.
- The service sends weekly reports straight to your inbox every Monday.
- Sign up to receive daily news straight to your inbox.