immigrant
Meaning: A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country
An immigrant is a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country. This differs from an emigrant, who is someone leaving their home country. Immigration has been a significant factor in shaping societies throughout history, bringing cultural diversity and economic contributions to host nations.
Examples
- Her grandparents were immigrants from Italy. 她的祖父母是来自意大利的移民。Sus abuelos eran inmigrantes de Italia.彼女の祖父母はイタリアからの移民でした。그녀의 조부모님은 이탈리아에서 온 이민자였습니다.
- The city has a large immigrant community from various countries. 这个城市有来自各国的大型移民社区。La ciudad tiene una gran comunidad inmigrante de varios países.その都市にはさまざまな国からの大きな移民コミュニティがあります。그 도시에는 다양한 나라에서 온 큰 이민자 커뮤니티가 있습니다.
- Immigrants have contributed greatly to British culture and economy. 移民为英国的文化和经济做出了巨大贡献。Los inmigrantes han contribuido enormemente a la cultura y economía británicas.移民はイギリスの文化と経済に大きく貢献してきました。이민자들은 영국의 문화와 경제에 크게 기여해 왔습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'immigrantem', present participle of 'immigrare' (to move into), combining 'in-' (into) + 'migrare' (to move, depart). First used in English in the 1790s during early American immigration debates.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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