Adentros (en. Inside)

/adenˈtɾos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The inner part of something.
The insides of the house are warmer.
Los adentros de la casa son más cálidos.
Hidden or secret place.
I felt there was something in the depths of the forest.
Sentía que había algo en los adentros del bosque.
Deep feelings or thoughts.
I keep my secrets in the depths of my heart.
Guardo mis secretos en adentros de mi corazón.

Etymology

From Latin 'ad intra', which means 'inside'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

look inside
To reflect on oneself.
mirar adentro
depths of the soul
Deeper and more personal aspects of a person.
adentros del alma
depths of the earth
Referring to the internal part of the earth.
adentros de la tierra

Related Words

interior
The space inside a place or object.
interior
inside
Inside something.
dentro
deep
Deep, having a great distance from the top to the bottom.
hondo

Slang Meanings

In the context of intimate relationships.
I like to get to know the insides of the person I'm dating.
Me gusta conocer los adentros de la persona con la que estoy saliendo.
Referring to personal and secret aspects.
I always try to explore my insides before making a decision.
Siempre trato de explorar mis adentros antes de tomar una decisión.