English Word · Intermediate
overland
A trip by land between the UK and the Indian subcontinent or Australia, or between the UK and South Africa
Pronunciation: say overland
Meaning
A long-distance journey made by land, often across multiple countries.
Example
They spent six months on an overland trip from Europe to Southeast Asia.
They spent six months on an overland trip from Europe to Southeast Asia.
Practice tips
- Practice overland out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.