Via — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

preposition /ˈvī-ə/

Meaning & Definition of Via

Via (preposition)

  1. by way of
  2. through the medium or agency of; also, by means of

Via (preposition) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. along the way of

    "we're going to their house via the back roads"

    similar: by, through, by way of
    related: across, along, alongside, beyond, near, nearby, over, below, beneath, under, underneath, outside, past, throughout

  2. using the means or agency of

    "contacted her via telephone"

    similar: by, in, per, through, with, by dint of, by means of, by virtue of

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Via

The most common words with a similar meaning to Via:

by, through, in, per, with, by way of, by dint of, by means of, by virtue of

Related Words for Via

across, along, alongside, beyond, near, nearby, over, below, beneath, under, underneath, outside, past, throughout

Origin & Etymology of Via

Latin, ablative of via way way

First known use: 1677

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Via

Words & Phrases Containing Via

via media, via crucis

Frequently Asked Questions about Via

What does "Via" mean?

"Via" means by way of. As a preposition, it is defined as: by way of. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Via"?

Other words for "Via" include by, through, in, per, with, by way of, by dint of and by means of. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Via" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Via"?

There are 23 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Via". Common alternatives include by, through, in, per, with, by way of, by dint of, by means of and by virtue of.

How do you use "Via" in a sentence?

Examples of "Via" in a sentence: "we're going to their house via the back roads"; "contacted her via telephone".

Is "Via" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Via" is a preposition.

Is "Via" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Via" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Via"?

"Via" is pronounced /ˈvī-ə/.

What is the origin of the word "Via"?

"Via" comes from Latin, ablative of via way way. First known use: 1677.