B2preposition1K

UK/["/bɪˈjɒnd/"]/US/["/bɪˈjɑːnd/"]/

Meaning of Beyond

In simple words: Further away or outside a limit.

Beyond in a sentence

  • The road continues beyond the village up into the hills.
  • Our success was far beyond what we thought possible.
  • She's got nothing beyond her state pension.
  • It won't go on beyond midnight.
  • I know what I'll be doing for the next three weeks but I haven't thought beyond that.
  • The bicycle was beyond repair *(= is too badly damaged to repair)*.
  • The situation is beyond our control.
  • The handle was just beyond my reach.
  • The exercise was beyond the abilities of most of the class.
  • It's beyond me why she wants to marry Jeff.

How to use Beyond

Use 'beyond' to indicate something is farther than a point or limit. It can be physical or abstract. Avoid in very casual conversations where simpler terms work.

Grammar pattern

beyond + object

Memory hint

Think of 'beyond' as 'be on the other side of'.

Related words

Collocations with Beyond

  • beyond belief
  • beyond compare
  • beyond repair
  • go beyond
  • beyond the scope

Synonyms for Beyond

Opposites of Beyond

Common mistakes with Beyond

  • Confused with 'beyond' vs 'above'.
  • Using 'beyond' to describe something that is not a limit (like emotions).
  • Misplacing 'beyond' in a sentence, making it unclear.

Compare Beyond with Further, Past, Outside, Over, Above

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Frequently asked questions about Beyond

What does Beyond mean?

Further away or outside a limit.

What is the definition of Beyond?

on or to the further side of something

How do you use Beyond in a sentence?

The road continues beyond the village up into the hills.

Can you give another example of Beyond?

Our success was far beyond what we thought possible.

What are synonyms for Beyond?

Common alternatives include further, past, outside, over, above.

What is the opposite of Beyond?

Opposite meanings include before, within.

What words go with Beyond?

It commonly pairs with beyond belief, beyond compare, beyond repair, go beyond, beyond the scope.

What are common mistakes when using Beyond?

Confused with 'beyond' vs 'above'. Using 'beyond' to describe something that is not a limit (like emotions). Misplacing 'beyond' in a sentence, making it unclear.

How do you pronounce Beyond?

US: /["/bɪˈjɑːnd/"]/, UK: /["/bɪˈjɒnd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Beyond?

Use 'beyond' to indicate something is farther than a point or limit. It can be physical or abstract. Avoid in very casual conversations where simpler terms work.

What CEFR level is Beyond?

"Beyond" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.