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international
/ɛ̃.tɛʁ.na.sjɔ.nal/
relating to or involving two or more nations
L'organisation internationale travaille pour la paix mondiale.
The international organization works for world peace.
general
Relating to or involving two or more nations; global or worldwide in scope.
Les relations internationales sont essentielles pour la coopération économique.
International relations are essential for economic cooperation.
Often used in political, economic, and diplomatic contexts.
Collocations
relations internationalesinternational relationsorganisation internationaleinternational organizationdroit internationalinternational law
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage in Formal Contexts
Use 'international' in formal settings like diplomacy or business to describe cross-national activities or agreements.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While useful, avoid overusing 'international' when 'global' or 'worldwide' might be more concise.
Word Origin
From Latin 'internationalis', from 'inter-' (between) + 'natio' (nation).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts, especially in politics, business, and law.
Word Breakdown
inter-
between
prefix-national
of or relating to a nation
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