inhale
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ɪnˈheɪl/
KK: /ɪnˈheɪl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To take air or other substances into the lungs through the nose or mouth.
Example
She took a deep breath and inhaled the fresh air.
Tense Forms
Past: inhaled
Past Participle: inhaled
Conversation
I love taking a moment to just inhale deeply when I feel stressed.
That's a great idea! It really helps clear your mind.
Yeah, sometimes you just need to inhale and let everything else go.
Exactly! It’s amazing how such a simple thing can make a difference.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
breathe
suck
draw
Antonyms
exhale
expire
release
transitive verb
Definition
To take air or smoke into the lungs by breathing; to breathe in.
Example
She took a deep breath and inhaled the fresh air.
Tense Forms
Past: inhaled
Past Participle: inhaled
Conversation
Did you see how quickly she inhaled her lunch today?
I know! She barely took a breath between bites.
I wonder if she's always like that when she's busy.
Root Explanation
Inhale → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "halare" (meaning to breathe). The word "inhale" means to breathe in or draw air into the lungs.
Memory Tip
Think of breathing 'into' ('in-') your lungs when you 'breathe' ('halare') — that's what inhale means.
Visually Confused Words
inwale
finale
uninhaled
sinhalese
pinchable
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