B1noun 2K

Import

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɪmpɔːt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɪmpɔːrt/"]/

Meaning of Import

a product or service that is brought into one country from another

In simple words: To bring something into a country or place from another.

Import in a sentence

• The company plans to increase the import of electronics next year.
• The import of certain goods is restricted by law.
• Understanding the import of his words is crucial for the discussion.
• Her smile had great import when she entered the room.
• They must consider the economic import of their decisions.

How to use Import

Used mainly in business and trade contexts. Not appropriate in casual conversations unless discussing products or trade.

Grammar pattern

import + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in' + 'port' — bringing goods into a port.

Related words

Collocations with Import

• main
• major
• foreign
• boost
• cut
• limit
• grow
• increase
• rise
• ban
• control
• restrictions
• import from
• import into
• a ban on imports
• a restriction on imports
• the demand for imports
• main
• major
• foreign
• boost
• cut
• limit
• grow
• increase
• rise
• ban
• control
• restrictions
• import from
• import into
• a ban on imports
• a restriction on imports
• the demand for imports

Synonyms for Import

• bring in
• introduce
• fetch
• importation

Opposites of Import

• export
• send out

Common mistakes with Import

• Confuse with 'export' which means to send goods out of a country.
• Using 'import' without an object, like saying 'I import' without specifying what.
• Mispronouncing as 'im-port' instead of 'im-port'.

Frequently asked questions about Import

What does Import mean?

To bring something into a country or place from another.

What is the definition of Import?

a product or service that is brought into one country from another

How do you use Import in a sentence?

The company plans to increase the import of electronics next year.

Can you give another example of Import?

The import of certain goods is restricted by law.

What are synonyms for Import?

Common alternatives include bring in, introduce, fetch, importation.

What is the opposite of Import?

Opposite meanings include export, send out.

What words go with Import?

It commonly pairs with main, major, foreign, boost, cut, limit, grow, increase, rise, ban, control, restrictions, import from, import into, a ban on imports, a restriction on imports, the demand for imports, main, major, foreign, boost, cut, limit, grow, increase, rise, ban, control, restrictions, import from, import into, a ban on imports, a restriction on imports, the demand for imports.

What are common mistakes when using Import?

Confuse with 'export' which means to send goods out of a country. Using 'import' without an object, like saying 'I import' without specifying what. Mispronouncing as 'im-port' instead of 'im-port'.

How do you pronounce Import?

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

When should I use Import?

Used mainly in business and trade contexts. Not appropriate in casual conversations unless discussing products or trade.

What CEFR level is Import?

"Import" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.