inside voice

[ in-sahyd vois ]

noun

1. a modulated, relatively calm voice, considered polite and socially appropriate when speaking indoors, as at home or in school or in an office ( outside voice ):

   The students were reminded to use their inside voice and not shout their responses in class.

Word History and Origins

Origin of inside voice¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

So if my point of view on a topic is pro it, then the inside voice can be against it.

From Salon

And like Devi's internal narration, courtesy of John McEnroe, it may be difficult to quiet the inside voice asking why Netflix or the show's executive producers thought that, in the larger scheme of things, this was a perfectly fine and flawless choice.

From Salon

One video on their channel — of Bluey’s dad asking her to use her “inside voice” after operatically singing “can we get the bill” in a restaurant — has nearly 15 million views.

From Washington Post

“It shouted one from the rooftops and on Trump and Russia the paper used its quiet inside voice, playing right into the Republican candidate’s hands.”

From Washington Post

“Well, sometimes I have to remind myself to use my inside voice when I speak with you and Dad,” she says.

From Literature