Binnekant

Binnekant is a Dutch word that translates to "inside" or "interior" in English. It is commonly used to refer to the inner surface or part of an object, contrasting with the outer surface or exterior. For example, one might speak of the binnekant of a shoe, meaning the part that touches the foot, or the binnekant of a house, referring to its interior rooms and spaces.

The term can also be used more abstractly to describe the inner workings or essence of something. For instance, the binnekant of a problem might refer to its underlying causes or complexities. In a figurative sense, binnekant can also denote a feeling of being inside or enclosed, or a sense of belonging to an inner circle. The usage of binnekant is widespread in everyday Dutch conversation and literature, reflecting its fundamental meaning of interiority. Its antonym is "buitenkant," meaning "outside" or "exterior."