in the country
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Meaning · English
Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
Register: neutral
Examples
We live in the country during the summer.Chúng tôi sống ở nông thôn trong suốt mùa hè.
Why do you think Tom prefers living in the country?Tại sao bạn nghĩ Tom thích sống ở vùng đồng quê ?
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Sources & notes
Everyday learner phrase (CEFR A1); level cross-referenced from published learner lists. Definition pending editorial review.
Common questions
What does “in the country” mean?
Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
Is “in the country” formal or informal?
in the country is generally neutral.