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To be in or travel to a foreign country.
Examples
Many companies send employees abroad for training.
She studied abroad for a year in Spain.
He found a job abroad after graduating.
The news reported that tourists are returning abroad after the lockdown.
Books about living abroad often describe cultural challenges.
Similar words
in foreign lands
overseas
internationally
out of the country
beyond borders
away
Meanings
Examples
She studied abroad for a year in Spain.
Many companies send employees abroad for training.
He found a job abroad after graduating.
The news reported that tourists are returning abroad after the lockdown.
They decided to move abroad to escape the cold winters.
Books about living abroad often describe cultural challenges.
Similar words
overseas
away
out of the country
beyond borders
in foreign lands
internationally
FAQ
It means being in or traveling to a country other than one’s own.
In what context is abroad used?
It is used when talking about travel or being in a foreign country.
What part of speech is abroad?
It functions as an adverb.
Is abroad formal or informal?
It has a neutral register.
Can you give an example sentence with abroad?
She studied abroad for a year.
What are some synonyms for abroad?
Synonyms include overseas, away, out of the country, beyond borders, in foreign lands, internationally.
How does abroad differ from overseas?
Both abroad and overseas mean in a foreign country, so they can be used interchangeably.
Is abroad used to describe travel or residence?
It can describe both traveling abroad and living abroad.
Can abroad refer to something happening internationally?
It can also refer to something happening internationally, such as a news story that spreads abroad.
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