inn

noun
UK: /ɪn/
US: /ɪn/

  1. A small hotel, usually in the countryside, that provides food and somewhere to sleep.

    1. We stayed at a cozy inn during our trip.
    2. The old inn offered a welcome respite to weary travelers on the dusty road.

  2. A pub, especially one in the country.

    1. Let's stop at the inn for a drink.
    2. The local inn is known for its traditional ales and hearty pub fare.

Synonyms

hotel tavern pub hostelry
inn verb

  1. To put up or lodge in an inn.

    1. We inned there for the night.
    2. They decided to inn at a roadside establishment before continuing their journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "inn" in English means: A small hotel, usually in the countryside, that provides food and somewhere to sleep., A pub, especially one in the country..

The phonetic transcription of "inn" is /ɪn/ in British English and /ɪn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "inn": hotel, tavern, pub, hostelry.

Example usage of "inn": "We stayed at a cozy inn during our trip.". More examples on the page.