overseas — in or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks studying overseas means I'll forget how to use chopsticks properly.
- The company decided to expand its business overseas.
- He's been working overseas for three years but still can't figure out foreign washing machines.
overseas
ADVERB[/ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/]
in or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea
💡 Concept
in or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea
🎵 Rhyme
Overseas journey starts with a breeze, then suddenly turns to freeze!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/
🇬🇧 UK/ˌəʊvəˈsiːz/
🌳Etymology
Rootover + seas
🎵Rhyme
breezefreezecheeseplease
breeze
freeze
cheese
please
🔗Collocations
go overseas
overseas market
overseas investment
overseas student
work overseas
overseas business
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“My mom thinks studying overseas means I'll forget how to use chopsticks properly.”
“The company decided to expand its business overseas.”
😄 Fun example
“He's been working overseas for three years but still can't figure out foreign washing machines.”
“Many Korean companies are seeking overseas partners.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
abroadinternationallyforeignoffshore
Antonyms
domesticlocalinland
Related
internationalglobalworldwideexportimport
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