inner
gb/ˈɪnɚ/ us/ˈɪnɚ/
A2
Inglés
~ 2100
Acepciones
0 acepciones
adjective
A2
relation
1
Located inside or central
Inside or near the middle of something.
Patrón de uso:
the inner [part/side/layer] of [something]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'inner' with 'internal'; 'internal' is more formal and often used for systems or organizations, while 'inner' is more physical or spatial in common speech.
Sinónimos
internal (More formal or technical; often used in official contexts.)
Antónimos
outer (Refers to the outside or farther from the center.)
Colocaciones
inner circle
|inner layer
|inner ear
|inner city
|inner core
Temas
spatial
|daily life
|space
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The inner walls of the castle were still standing.
- She kept the documents in the inner pocket of her coat.
- The inner core of the Earth is solid.
- The inner city faces many social challenges.
- The inner layer of the cake was filled with cream.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- He put the keys in his inner pocket.
- The inner part of the fruit is soft.
- I live in the inner city.
- The inner wall is painted white.
- The inner room is very small.
adjective
B1
property
2
Relating to private emotions or thoughts
About what a person feels or thinks inside, not shown to others.
Patrón de uso:
[someone]'s inner [thoughts/feelings/life]
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse 'inner' with 'inside'; 'inside' usually refers to location, while 'inner' here is abstract and emotional.
Sinónimos
inward (More literary; emphasizes direction toward the self.)
Antónimos
outward (Refers to what is shown to others, not kept inside.)
Colocaciones
inner thoughts
|inner feelings
|inner voice
|inner strength
|inner peace
Temas
emotions
|psychology
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- She struggled with her inner fears.
- Meditation helped him find inner peace.
- His inner voice told him to stop.
- The diary revealed her innermost thoughts.
- He showed great inner strength during the crisis.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I want to find inner peace.
- She has many inner thoughts she does not share.
- He has strong inner feelings about this.
- My inner voice says I should wait.
- He has great inner strength.
adjective
B1
relation
3
Closer to center in layered areas
Closer to the center in a place with layers or levels.
Patrón de uso:
the inner [area/region/lane] of [something]
Sinónimos
central (Emphasizes middle position; broader use.)
Antónimos
outermost (Farthest from the center.)
Colocaciones
inner lane
|inner ring road
|inner suburbs
|inner chamber
Temas
geography
|spatial
|space
|science
Ejemplos
- Cars should stay in the inner lane when turning left.
- The palace's treasures were kept in an inner chamber.
- The inner suburbs are closer to downtown.
- Security was tight in the inner compound.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- We walked to the inner part of the park.
- The car moved into the inner lane.
- The king stayed in the inner room.
- The shop is in the inner area of the mall.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
inner
AFI
GB/ˈɪnɚ/
US/ˈɪnɚ/
Sílabas y acento
in - ner (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (in)
Formas de la palabra
Adjective
- Base: inner
Familia de palabras
Expresiones
inner peace
1/ˈɪnɚ pˈis/
fixed phrase
Calm and balance within oneself
A feeling of being calm and happy inside yourself, even when things are hard outside.
Ejemplos
- Meditation can help you find inner peace.
- He had a sense of inner peace after making his decision.
inner strength
1/ˈɪnɚ stɹˈɛŋθ/
fixed phrase
Emotional resilience within a person
The ability to stay strong inside when life is hard.
Ejemplos
- She found the inner strength to continue after her loss.
- His inner strength inspired everyone around him.
inner voice
1/ˈɪnɚ vˈɔɪs/
fixed phrase
Internal guiding thoughts or conscience
The quiet thoughts or feelings inside someone that guide their decisions.
Ejemplos
- Her inner voice told her not to trust him.
- I listened to my inner voice and said no.
inner circle
1/ˈɪnɚ sˈɚkəl/
fixed phrase
Close group around leader
A small group of people who are very close to and trusted by a leader.
Ejemplos
- Only members of the inner circle knew about the plan.
- Only members of the president's inner circle knew about the plan.
- He was part of the president's inner circle.
- She was part of his inner circle of advisors.