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Outsourcing

🇬🇧 UK //ˈaʊtsaʊsɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈaʊtsaʊsərɪŋ//

Meaning of Outsourcing

The practice of obtaining goods or services from an outside source.

In simple words: Hiring another company to do work instead of doing it yourself.

Outsourcing in a sentence

• The company is considering outsourcing its IT support.
• Outsourcing can help reduce operational costs significantly.
• Many businesses rely on outsourcing to manage their customer service.
• Outsourcing manufacturing to other countries is common in the industry.
• She argued that outsourcing jobs was harmful to the local economy.

How to use Outsourcing

Used in business contexts. Appropriate in discussions about cost-saving strategies. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

verb + outsourcing

Memory hint

Outsource sounds like 'out-source' - think of sending work outside your company.

Related words

Collocations with Outsourcing

• business outsourcing
• outsourcing jobs
• global outsourcing
• outsourcing strategy
• IT outsourcing

Synonyms for Outsourcing

• contracting
• subcontracting
• offshoring
• delegating
• externalizing

Common mistakes with Outsourcing

• Confusing it with 'insourcing', which is the opposite.
• Using it as a noun without an appropriate verb.
• Believing it only refers to manufacturing jobs.

Frequently asked questions about Outsourcing

What does Outsourcing mean?

Hiring another company to do work instead of doing it yourself.

What is the definition of Outsourcing?

The practice of obtaining goods or services from an outside source.

How do you use Outsourcing in a sentence?

The company is considering outsourcing its IT support.

Can you give another example of Outsourcing?

Outsourcing can help reduce operational costs significantly.

What are synonyms for Outsourcing?

Common alternatives include contracting, subcontracting, offshoring, delegating, externalizing.

What words go with Outsourcing?

It commonly pairs with business outsourcing, outsourcing jobs, global outsourcing, outsourcing strategy, IT outsourcing.

What are common mistakes when using Outsourcing?

Confusing it with 'insourcing', which is the opposite. Using it as a noun without an appropriate verb. Believing it only refers to manufacturing jobs.

How do you pronounce Outsourcing?

US: //ˈaʊtsaʊsərɪŋ//, UK: //ˈaʊtsaʊsɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Outsourcing?

Used in business contexts. Appropriate in discussions about cost-saving strategies. Avoid in casual conversations.