immigration
/ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3701 in the learning path
移民入境；移居
Definitions
n. The process of entering another country to live there.
移民入境；移居
n. The official checks or checkpoint for people entering a country.
入境检查；入境检查处
Example
We showed our passports at immigration after the flight.
下飞机后，我们在入境检查处出示了护照。
Immigration can help address labour shortages, particularly when newcomers receive language training and employment support.
移民可以帮助缓解劳动力短缺，尤其是在新移民获得语言培训和就业支持的情况下。
Collocations
- immigration policy
- immigration control
- immigration officer
- go through immigration
Word family
- immigrate (v.)
- immigrant (n.)
- migration (n.)
- emigration (n.)
Antonyms
- emigration
Usage tip
immigration强调迁入；emigration强调迁出。
FAQ
- What does immigration mean?
- The process of entering another country to live there. The official checks or checkpoint for people entering a country.
- How is immigration pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/, US /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
