stateside
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsteɪtsaɪd/
KK: /ˈsteɪtsaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of the 48 contiguous states of the United States.
Example
After living abroad for several years, she was excited to return stateside.
Conversation
Have you ever traveled stateside before?
Yeah, a couple of times! I visited New York and California.
That's awesome! I’ve always wanted to explore more stateside attractions.
You should definitely go; there’s so much to see!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
continental
domestic
local
Antonyms
foreign
overseas
abroad
adverb
Definition
In or toward the continental United States, especially the 48 states excluding Alaska and Hawaii.
Example
After living abroad for several years, she finally returned stateside to visit her family.
Conversation
Are you planning to visit me stateside anytime soon?
I really hope to! I've been wanting to see New York.
That would be awesome! You’ll love the energy stateside.
Root Explanation
Stateside → The word is formed from "state" (from Old French *estat*, meaning condition or status) and "-side" (meaning on the side of). The term "stateside" refers to being on the side of the states, particularly in the context of the United States.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'on the side of' ('-side') the 'states' — that's why stateside means being in or relating to the states.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.