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UK/["/ˈɪmɪɡrənt/"]/US/["/ˈɪmɪɡrənt/"]/

Meaning of Immigrant

a person who has come to live permanently in a different country from the one they were born in

In simple words: A person who comes to live in a country from another country.

Immigrant in a sentence

  • The immigrant came to the country seeking a better life.
  • Many immigrant families face challenges when they arrive in a new land.
  • As an immigrant, she had to adapt to a different culture and language.
  • The government is implementing policies to support immigrant integration.
  • An immigrant often brings new skills and perspectives to their new community.

How to use Immigrant

Use 'immigrant' when talking about someone who moves to a different country. It is neutral and can be used in formal or informal contexts. Avoid using it to stereotype or make assumptions about a person's background.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'I'M in a new country' to remember 'immigrant'.

Related words

Collocations with Immigrant

Synonyms for Immigrant

Opposites of Immigrant

  • emigrant

Common mistakes with Immigrant

  • Confused with 'emigrant', which refers to someone leaving a country.
  • Using 'immigrant' as a verb.
  • Overgeneralizing experiences of immigrants without considering individual stories.

Compare Immigrant with Foreigner, Refugee, Settler

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Frequently asked questions about Immigrant

What does Immigrant mean?

A person who comes to live in a country from another country.

What is the definition of Immigrant?

a person who has come to live permanently in a different country from the one they were born in

How do you use Immigrant in a sentence?

The immigrant came to the country seeking a better life.

Can you give another example of Immigrant?

Many immigrant families face challenges when they arrive in a new land.

What are synonyms for Immigrant?

Common alternatives include migrant, foreigner, refugee, settler, asylum seeker.

What is the opposite of Immigrant?

Opposite meanings include emigrant.

What words go with Immigrant?

It commonly pairs with illegal, undocumented, legal, flood, influx, tide, accept, welcome, attract, arrive, enter something, move to something, community, family, generation, immigrant from, immigrant to.

What are common mistakes when using Immigrant?

Confused with 'emigrant', which refers to someone leaving a country. Using 'immigrant' as a verb. Overgeneralizing experiences of immigrants without considering individual stories.

How do you pronounce Immigrant?

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

When should I use Immigrant?

Use 'immigrant' when talking about someone who moves to a different country. It is neutral and can be used in formal or informal contexts. Avoid using it to stereotype or make assumptions about a person's background.

What CEFR level is Immigrant?

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