multinational
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌmʌltiˈnæʃənl/
KK: /ˌmʌltiˈnæʃənl/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or involving multiple countries, especially in terms of business or operations.
Example
The multinational company has offices in over twenty countries around the world.
Conversation
I heard that your company is now a multinational corporation.
Yeah, it's exciting to work on projects in different countries.
What challenges do you face with being multinational?
Well, communication can be tricky, but we manage it pretty well.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
global
international
transnational
Antonyms
local
national
domestic
noun
Definition
A company or organization that operates in multiple countries around the world.
Example
The multinational has offices in over 30 countries, making it a global leader in its industry.
Conversation
Have you heard about that new multinational company opening in town?
Yeah, I read that they are hiring a lot of people.
It’s interesting how multinational companies can bring so many job opportunities.
Root Explanation
Multinational → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "natio" (from Latin, meaning nation). The word "multinational" refers to something that involves many nations.
Memory Tip
Think of 'many' ('multi-') nations ('natio') coming together — that's what multinational means.
Visually Confused Words
mutational
ultranational
trinational
mutationally
motivational
antinational
amputational