internationally

USAGE SUMMARY

The word "internationally" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use the word "internationally" when you want to refer to something happening in or including more than one country. For example, "The new app has been adopted internationally and is now being used in over 50 countries."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

The global success of its franchises – The Walking Dead is the biggest-ever cable show in the US and has a massive global following – has led AMC to make the $1bn bet on controlling its own content on channels internationally.

The Guardian

"As AMC Networks has expanded internationally, we have had a great desire to do something we consider fundamentally strategic, which is to take our content and put it on channels we own," said Sapan.

The Guardian

Leonard also talks about Britain being a diminished presence internationally – "Berlin would be the first port of call for any US president – we would be marginal" – before we chew over one of the most practical questions at stake.

The Guardian

We intend to expand Colab internationally by the end of the year.

The Guardian

In the first of seven reasons selling Britain as a strong market for investors, the UKTI says: "The UK's open and internationally focused economy is one of the largest and most sophisticated in the world and a proven gateway to the US$17tn EU market".

The Guardian

The Somali government, although internationally recognised, is weak; its army is mostly a mixture of militias still loyal to quarrelling warlords.

The Guardian

There, Australia will still likely be viewed internationally by many as a climate change turncoat.

The Guardian

We have a well established War Crimes Community Involvement Panel that consists of law enforcement, NGOs and others which has been cited internationally as an example of good practice.

The Guardian

The list of internationally approved war crimes indictments drawn up by the commission cover important modern categories of crimes, including aggression, genocide, crimes against humanity, modes of liability – including that of mid-level perpetrators - and international procedures, as well as the development of international criminal justice as a whole.

The Guardian

Secret, internationally approved war crimes indictments of tens of thousands of Nazis have been released to researchers at Soas, University of London, after a seven-year fight, and will soon be made available to the public.

The Guardian

Internationally, their fate was seen as an infringement of the right to free speech.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When writing for a global audience, use "internationally" to ensure your message is clear and inclusive, avoiding any potential cultural misunderstandings.

Common error

Avoid using "inter-nationally" as it's not a standard term. Stick to "internationally" to correctly convey the meaning of something involving multiple countries.

Linguistic Context

The word "internationally" functions primarily as an adverb, modifying verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to indicate that an action, quality, or state relates to or involves multiple nations. As confirmed by Ludwig, it is grammatically correct and usable in written English.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Formal & Business

20%

Science

10%

Less common in

Academia

5%

Encyclopedias

3%

Wiki

2%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "internationally" is a very common adverb used to describe actions or qualities that extend across multiple nations. As noted by Ludwig, its usage is grammatically correct. Predominantly found in News & Media, Formal & Business, and Science contexts, it serves to denote scope and reach. For alternative phrasing, consider "worldwide" or "globally". When writing, remember to avoid the non-standard term "inter-nationally", as "internationally" is the correct and widely accepted term.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

Worldwide

Emphasizes global reach and impact.

Globally

Similar to "worldwide", but slightly more formal.

Across the globe

Similar to "worldwide" and "globally", but more emphatic.

On a global scale

Suggests widespread significance or impact.

On an international level

Highlights the scope and nature of the activity.

Across borders

Highlights movement or effect extending past national boundaries.

In the international arena

Implies activity within a context involving multiple nations.

In numerous countries

Specifies a presence or activity spanning multiple nations.

Transnationally

Highlights activities that transcend national boundaries and involve actors from different countries.

In many nations

Implies presence or acceptance in various countries.

FAQs

How can I use "internationally" in a sentence?

Use "internationally" to describe activities, agreements, or recognition that involve multiple countries, like "The product is sold "worldwide"" or "The treaty is "globally" recognized".

What's the difference between "internationally" and "globally"?

"Internationally" refers to interactions or relations between nations, while "globally" refers to something affecting the entire world. Though often interchangeable, "globally" emphasizes a broader scope.

Is it better to use "internationally" or "worldwide"?

Both "internationally" and "worldwide" are appropriate for indicating something that involves many countries. "Worldwide" may suggest a more comprehensive scope, but the choice depends on the specific context.

What can I say instead of "internationally"?

You can use alternatives like "worldwide", "globally", or "across borders" depending on the context.