# inflow

/ˈɪnˌfɫoʊ/ (US) · /ˈɪnfləʊ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/inflow
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

the amount of money, people, or things that come into a place or a system. You use this when talking about how much is entering a country, a business, or a city.

For teachers: the movement or flow of something into a place or system. Often used in economic or demographic contexts to describe the arrival of capital, migrants, or resources.

## Examples

- The city is experiencing a steady inflow of new residents.
- The sudden inflow of foreign investment helped the local economy recover from the recession.
- Economists are monitoring the inflow of raw materials to ensure that the manufacturing sector can meet the increased demand for consumer goods.

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