Abroad in Tagalog

Abroad in Tagalog translates to “sa ibang bansa,” “sa labas ng bansa,” or “ibayong-dagat” depending on context. These expressions refer to being in or traveling to foreign countries outside one’s homeland.

Learning how to express “abroad” in Tagalog is valuable for discussing travel plans, overseas work opportunities, and international experiences that are common in Filipino culture. Let’s explore its meanings and usage.

[Words] = Abroad

[Definition]:
– Abroad /əˈbrɔːd/
– Adverb 1: In or to a foreign country or countries
– Adverb 2: Over a wide area; in different directions
– Adverb 3: In circulation; widely known

[Synonyms] = Sa ibang bansa, Sa labas ng bansa, Ibayong-dagat, Sa dayuhan, Sa ibayong-lupain

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: My sister is currently working abroad as a nurse.
– Ex1_PH: Ang aking kapatid ay kasalukuyang nagtatrabaho sa ibang bansa bilang nars.

– Ex2_EN: Many Filipinos seek employment opportunities abroad.
– Ex2_PH: Maraming Pilipino ang naghahanap ng oportunidad sa trabaho sa labas ng bansa.

– Ex3_EN: She plans to study abroad next year.
– Ex3_PH: Plano niyang mag-aral sa ibayong-dagat sa susunod na taon.

– Ex4_EN: The news of the scandal quickly spread abroad.
– Ex4_PH: Ang balita ng eskandalo ay mabilis na kumalat sa malawak.

– Ex5_EN: He sent money to his family while working abroad.
– Ex5_PH: Nagpadala siya ng pera sa kanyang pamilya habang nagtatrabaho sa ibang bansa.