study abroad — to pursue education in a foreign country, typically as part of one's degree program
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to pursue education in a foreign country, typically as part of one's degree program
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstʌdi əˈbrɔːd/
Example Sentences
- After studying abroad, Tom returned home speaking three languages and knowing how to make 47 different types of pasta.
- Many students choose to study abroad to gain international perspective and independence.
- She studied abroad in Japan and came back addicted to ramen and fluent in both Japanese and complaint-making.
study abroad
VERB[/ˈstʌdi əˈbrɔːd/]
to pursue education in a foreign country, typically as part of one's degree program
She decided to study abroad in Paris next semester to master French.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Study derives from Latin 'studium' (zeal, eagerness, devotion), while abroad originates from Middle English 'on brede' (in breadth, in a wide place). The compound phrase developed its modern meaning of pursuing education in a foreign country, combining the Latin sense of diligent application with the notion of geographical distance.
Breakdown
study (from Latin studium: zeal, earnest application) + abroad (from Middle English on brede: on a broad/wide expanse, in a distant place). Together they form a compound noun denoting educational pursuits conducted outside one's home country.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After studying abroad, Tom returned home speaking three languages and knowing how to make 47 different types of pasta.”
“Many students choose to study abroad to gain international perspective and independence.”
“She studied abroad in Japan and came back addicted to ramen and fluent in both Japanese and complaint-making.”
“The university offers various study abroad opportunities in over 30 countries.”
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