Is the word inside an adverb?

The word "inside" can be an adverb, but it's more commonly used as a preposition.

Here's how to tell:

* Adverb: Describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb. It answers questions like "how," "when," "where," or "to what extent."

* Example: "The cat is inside." (Describing where the cat is)

* Preposition: Shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in the sentence.

* Example: "The cat is inside the box." (Showing the relationship between the cat and the box)

So, whether "inside" is an adverb or preposition depends on how it's used in the sentence.