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Inside voice
Used when guiding children to speak more quietly indoors.
Literal Meaning
A voice that is suitable or appropriate for use indoors; as opposed to a loud outdoor voice.
Actual Meaning
Lower your volume
Examples in Context

Parent: 'Inside voice, please.' (Translation: Be quieter)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Volume control
  • 2Appropriate behavior
  • 3Situational awareness
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
quiet tone
hushed voice
soft speaking
lower your tone
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