via
Translation
by way of, through, by means of
Examples
We flew from New York to Tokyo via Seattle.
We flew from New York to Tokyo via Seattle.
I received the message via email.
I received the message via email.
Grammar Patterns
via ((sth.)) by way of (sth.) We flew to London via Paris.
Similar Words
Synonyms: through, by way of, by means of
Etymology
From Latin 'via', meaning 'way' or 'road'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'viaduct', a bridge that carries a road. 'Via' means going along a certain way or road.