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Hereabouts Meaning in English

word

ˈhɪɹəˌbaʊts
HEER-uh-bowts
hˈiəɹɐbˌaʊts
HEE-uh-ruh-bowts

Definição

In this area or near this place; somewhere close to where the speaker is.

Uso & Nuances

'Hereabouts' is an old-fashioned or formal term, mostly used in spoken English and rural or literary contexts. It often refers to the general area, not an exact place. Avoid in technical or highly modern contexts.

Frases de Exemplo

Is there a pharmacy hereabouts?

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The school must be somewhere hereabouts.

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Have you seen a lost dog hereabouts?

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There used to be a bakery hereabouts, but I guess it closed years ago.

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You won’t find better coffee anywhere hereabouts!

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People hereabouts are really friendly to strangers.

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