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UK//ə bɪt aʊt əv ðə weɪ//US//ə bɪt aʊt əv ðə weɪ//

Meaning of A bit out of the way

Not conveniently located; away from the main path or route.

In simple words: Not in the usual or direct path.

A bit out of the way in a sentence

  • The restaurant is a bit out of the way, but it's worth the trip.
  • Her childhood home is a bit out of the way, hidden in the mountains.
  • They parked their car a bit out of the way to avoid traffic.
  • It's a great park, but it's a bit out of the way from downtown.
  • Although it's a bit out of the way, the view from the hill is amazing.

How to use A bit out of the way

Use in everyday conversation to describe a place that is not easily accessible. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a map with a winding road leading away from the main route.

Related words

Collocations with A bit out of the way

Synonyms for A bit out of the way

Common mistakes with A bit out of the way

  • Confusing with 'out of the ordinary' which has a different meaning.
  • Using it to describe people instead of places.
  • Not using it for locations that are slightly inconvenient.

Compare A bit out of the way with Inconvenient, Remote, Isolated

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Frequently asked questions about A bit out of the way

What does A bit out of the way mean?

Not in the usual or direct path.

What is the definition of A bit out of the way?

Not conveniently located; away from the main path or route.

How do you use A bit out of the way in a sentence?

The restaurant is a bit out of the way, but it's worth the trip.

Can you give another example of A bit out of the way?

Her childhood home is a bit out of the way, hidden in the mountains.

What are synonyms for A bit out of the way?

Common alternatives include detoured, inconvenient, secluded, remote, isolated.

What words go with A bit out of the way?

It commonly pairs with a bit out of the way, drive a bit out of the way, located a bit out of the way.

What are common mistakes when using A bit out of the way?

Confusing with 'out of the ordinary' which has a different meaning. Using it to describe people instead of places. Not using it for locations that are slightly inconvenient.

How do you pronounce A bit out of the way?

US: //ə bɪt aʊt əv ðə weɪ//, UK: //ə bɪt aʊt əv ðə weɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use A bit out of the way?

Use in everyday conversation to describe a place that is not easily accessible. Avoid in formal writing.