para dentro
1. toward the inside; in the direction of the interior
The door opens inwards.
A porta abre para dentro.
2. toward the mind, spirit, or inner nature; internally
He turned his thoughts inwards.
Ele voltou seus pensamentos para dentro de si.
3. directed or moving toward the center or interior
an inwards curve
uma curva para dentro
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'para dentro' is the standard translation used in both formal and casual contexts. The word 'inwards' is more frequently used in British English, while American English speakers tend to favor 'inward.' The term is often used metaphorically in psychological or spiritual contexts to suggest introspection or self-examination.
Related Idioms & Phrases
turn inwards - to focus on one's own thoughts or feelings
draw inwards - to withdraw socially or emotionally
look inwards - to engage in self-reflection or introspection
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