How to Pronounce Interior
Interior
ɪn'tiriər
Syllables:
in·te·ri·or
Part of speech:
adjective noun
Pronunciation Audio
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Definition
The inside part of something, like a building or a car.
Examples
- The interior of the house is very bright and clean.
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Words With Similar Sounds
Territorial
,tɛrɪ'toʊriəl
The animals displayed territorial behavior to protect their space.
Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| interior design | collocation | inTErior deSIGN | She studied interior design to decorate homes professionally. |
| interior decorator | collocation | inTErior deCORator | The interior decorator chose bright colors for the room. |
| interior space | collocation | inTErior SPACE | The interior space of the house feels very open. |
| interior lighting | collocation | inTErior LIGHTing | Good interior lighting can change a room's mood. |
Fun Fact
Interior comes from the Latin word 'interior,' meaning 'inner' or 'within,' originally used in Roman times to describe the inner parts of a house or state, highlighting its long-standing association with inside spaces.
Word Family
noun
interior
The inside part of something, especially a building or a room.
"The interior of the house was beautifully decorated."
adjective
interior
Relating to the inside part of something.
"They painted the interior walls a light blue color."
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