inside the gates; within the grounds
Refers to the area inside a gate or entrance, often of a temple, shrine, or large estate. Antonym: 門外 (outside the gates).
Antonyms: 門外
門内に入ると、広い庭が広がっていた。
Once inside the gates, a spacious garden opened up.
門
It is quiet inside the gates, as if the noise outside were a lie.
outside a gate; beyond one's expertise
Compound of 門 (gate) and 内 (inside).