foreigner
/ˈfɒrənə/ · /ˈfɔːrənər/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2116 in the learning path
外国人
Definitions
n. A person from a country other than the one being discussed.
外国人
Example
As a foreigner, I needed help understanding local customs.
作为外国人，我需要别人帮助我了解当地习俗。
Language courses can help foreigners participate more fully in community life and access essential public services.
语言课程可以帮助外国人更充分地参与社区生活，并获得必要的公共服务。
Collocations
- as a foreigner
- foreigners living abroad
- welcome foreigners
Word family
- foreign (adj.)
Usage tip
泛指外国人；特指游客时用visitor更自然。
FAQ
- What does foreigner mean?
- A person from a country other than the one being discussed.
- How is foreigner pronounced?
- UK /ˈfɒrənə/, US /ˈfɔːrənər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
