Breathe in

verb

To take air into the lungs through the nose or mouth.

She breathed in deeply and felt calmer.
Visual representation of "breathe in" - To take air into the lungs through the nose or mouth

Often appears as...

  • breathe in deeply
  • breathe in slowly
verb

To draw or pull in.

He breathed in the beauty of the natural landscapes around him.
Visual representation of "breathe in" - To draw or pull in

Often appears as...

  • breathe in beauty
  • breathe in peace

Usage tips

Poetic

verb

To smell something by drawing in air through the nose.

She breathed in the fresh scent of the pine trees.
Visual representation of "breathe in" - To smell something by drawing in air through the nose

Often appears as...

  • breathe in scent
  • breathe in fragrance
verb

To take air into the lungs through the nose or mouth.

She breathed in deeply and felt calmer.
Visual representation of "breathe in" - To take air into the lungs through the nose or mouth

Often appears as...

  • breathe in deeply
  • breathe in slowly
verb

To draw or pull in.

He breathed in the beauty of the natural landscapes around him.
Visual representation of "breathe in" - To draw or pull in

Often appears as...

  • breathe in beauty
  • breathe in peace

Usage tips

Poetic

verb

To smell something by drawing in air through the nose.

She breathed in the fresh scent of the pine trees.
Visual representation of "breathe in" - To smell something by drawing in air through the nose

Often appears as...

  • breathe in scent
  • breathe in fragrance
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Visual representation of "breathe in"
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Physical Action

Remember, 'breathe in' refers to the physical act of inhaling air.

Illustration for Physical Action
In yoga, you breathe in to prepare for a pose.
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Calming Effect

'Breathe in' is often used in contexts suggesting relaxation or stress relief.

Illustration for Calming Effect
Breathe in slowly to calm your nerves before the interview.
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Paired with Exhale

It's commonly used with 'breathe out', especially in fitness or meditation.

Illustration for Paired with Exhale
Breathe in through your nose, then breathe out through your mouth.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Action

Remember, 'breathe in' refers to the physical act of inhaling air.

Illustration for Physical Action
In yoga, you breathe in to prepare for a pose.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Calming Effect

'Breathe in' is often used in contexts suggesting relaxation or stress relief.

Illustration for Calming Effect
Breathe in slowly to calm your nerves before the interview.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Paired with Exhale

It's commonly used with 'breathe out', especially in fitness or meditation.

Illustration for Paired with Exhale
Breathe in through your nose, then breathe out through your mouth.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Action

Remember, 'breathe in' refers to the physical act of inhaling air.

Illustration for Physical Action
In yoga, you breathe in to prepare for a pose.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Calming Effect

'Breathe in' is often used in contexts suggesting relaxation or stress relief.

Illustration for Calming Effect
Breathe in slowly to calm your nerves before the interview.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Paired with Exhale

It's commonly used with 'breathe out', especially in fitness or meditation.

Illustration for Paired with Exhale
Breathe in through your nose, then breathe out through your mouth.
Visual representation of the word "Breathe in"

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