adjective
Existing or happening across an entire country.
The company began a nationwide search.
The campaign is nationwide.
Common phrases & grammar
nationwide campaign · nationwide search · nationwide service
nationwide + noun
be + nationwide
American English
How to pronounce nationwide
adjective · adverbB1
neyshnWAID
/ˌneɪ.ʃn̩ˈwaɪd̚/
3 syllables · Stress the third syllable.
Existing or happening across an entire country.
What to listen for
In “nationwide,” the strongest emphasis is on the second part, “wide.” Keep the first part lighter.
Meanings & examples
adverb
In every part of a country.
The program is available nationwide.
The company operates nationwide.
Common phrases & grammar
available nationwide · operate nationwide · broadcast nationwide
verb + nationwide
available + nationwide