inclination
Translation
inclination, tendency, preference, slope
Examples
He has a natural inclination for music.
He has a natural inclination for music.
I have no inclination to go to the party.
I have no inclination to go to the party.
The inclination of the roof is very steep.
The inclination of the roof is very steep.
Grammar Patterns
((an inclination)) ((for sth.)) a natural tendency towards sth. He has a natural inclination for music.
((an inclination)) ((to-inf)) a feeling that makes you want to do sth. I have no inclination to go to the party.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tendency, propensity, leaning, preference
Etymology
From Latin 'inclinatio', from 'inclinare' (to bend, lean). Related to 'incline'.
Memory Tips
Think of being physically 'inclined' or leaning towards something you like or tend to do.