into
Derived from Old English 'in' + 'to'.
ADP
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[/ˈɪntuː/en-US]
in
common
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within
formal
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to the inside of
literal
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into the depths of
figurative
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untranslatable concept
untranslatable
(The term 'into' signifies directionality and motion that doesn't have a single-word equivalent in other languages, making it inherently context-dependent.)
The word 'into' is used to indicate movement towards the inside of a space or a transition from one state to another. It signifies a direction or entrance. The concept of 'into' illustrates action and directionality that does not have a direct equivalent in many languages, making it unique to its context in English.
- She walked into the room, surprising everyone inside. — 彼女は部屋に入ったが、皆を驚かせた。
- The cat jumped into the box, looking for a place to hide. — 猫は箱に飛び込んだが、隠れる場所を探していた。
register: formal