Word
immigration
Phoneticsim·mi·gra·tion, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌɪməˈɡɹeɪʃən/
UK/ˌɪmɪɡɹˈeɪʃən/
Definitions
01moving to a new country
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of coming to live in a different country permanently.
n. the movement of non-native people into a country for the purpose of establishing permanent residence.
日本語:移民※
“The government is discussing new laws to manage immigration more effectively.”
“Economists often debate the long-term impact of high immigration levels on the domestic labour market and national infrastructure.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun when discussing the general concept or policy.
Pitfall
He is interested in the emigration to Canada.
He is interested in immigration to Canada.
Use 'immigration' for moving into a country and 'emigration' for leaving one's home country.
Synonyms
Antonyms
02border control
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the place at a port, airport, or border where officials check your passport and visa.
n. the government department or physical checkpoint at a national border where entry documents are inspected.
“It took us over an hour to get through immigration at the airport.”
“After landing, passengers must proceed directly to immigration to have their travel documents verified by border officials.”
Usage
Commonly used with the verbs 'go through' or 'clear'.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “immigration” in context.
Verb
01. control immigration
“The government is introducing new laws to control immigration more effectively.”
verb + noun
02. go through immigration
“It took us over an hour to go through immigration at the airport.”
verb + prep + noun
03. restrict immigration
“Several countries have decided to restrict immigration due to the economic crisis.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. illegal immigration
“The coast guard is working hard to prevent illegal immigration across the border.”
adj + noun
05. mass immigration
“The country experienced mass immigration during the late nineteenth century.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. flow of immigration
“The government aims to manage the flow of immigration to meet labor demands.”
noun + of + noun
07. immigration officer
“The immigration officer asked to see my passport and visa.”
noun + noun
08. immigration policy
“The political parties are debating the future of the nation's immigration policy.”
noun + noun
09. immigration crackdown
10. immigration policies
11. immigration enforcement
12. immigration law
Real-World Examples
“There are reports that immigration offices in Cantabria, Tarragona, Castellón, and Alicante have adopted this automated system, preventing scammers from booking appointments for this process and then selling them for large profits.” “I spoke to specialist reporter Diane Taylor , who has followed shifts in immigration policy and the individuals who must live through them for decades.” “If in doubt, it’s best to talk with a specialist immigration lawyer who will let you know if you can do this or not.” Etymology
From immigrate + -ion.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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