Dictionary
English - Greek
Far
fɑr
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
μακριά, πολύ, μακριά από, μακρινός
Far meanings in Greek
μακριά
Example:
The store is far from my house.
Το κατάστημα είναι μακριά από το σπίτι μου.
He lives far away in another city.
Ζει μακριά σε άλλη πόλη.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe physical distance between two points.
Note: This is the most common usage of 'far' and is often used in everyday conversations.
πολύ
Example:
This book is far more interesting than the last one.
Αυτό το βιβλίο είναι πολύ πιο ενδιαφέρον από το τελευταίο.
She is far better at math than I am.
Είναι πολύ καλύτερη στα μαθηματικά από μένα.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to express a significant degree or extent of something.
Note: This usage emphasizes a comparison, often seen in both spoken and written language.
μακριά από
Example:
Keep far from the edge of the cliff.
Μείνε μακριά από την άκρη του γκρεμού.
Stay far from trouble.
Μείνε μακριά από μπελάδες.
Usage: informalContext: Used to advise someone to maintain a safe distance from something.
Note: This phrase is often used in warnings or advice.
μακρινός
Example:
We went on a far journey to explore the mountains.
Κάναμε ένα μακρινό ταξίδι για να εξερευνήσουμε τα βουνά.
He has a far-reaching influence in the community.
Έχει μακρινή επιρροή στην κοινότητα.
Usage: formalContext: Used to describe something that is distant in time or extent.
Note: This usage is more common in literary or formal contexts.
Far's synonyms
distant
Distant refers to being far away in space or time.
Example: The nearest gas station is quite distant from here.
Note: Distant emphasizes the physical or temporal separation between two points.
remote
Remote describes something that is far away and secluded.
Example: They lived in a remote village in the mountains.
Note: Remote often implies isolation or a lack of accessibility.
far-off
Far-off means at a great distance away.
Example: I could see a far-off ship on the horizon.
Note: Far-off is often used to describe something that is visible but distant.
Far expressions, common phrases
Far and away
By a large margin; significantly better or more than others.
Example: She was far and away the best singer in the competition.
Note: The phrase emphasizes a clear distinction or superiority compared to others.
Far cry from
Very different from; not at all similar to.
Example: His current financial situation is a far cry from what it used to be.
Note: The phrase highlights a significant difference or contrast from the original state.
Far out
Unconventional, bizarre, or avant-garde.
Example: The new art exhibit was really far out and unconventional.
Note: The phrase conveys a sense of being beyond the usual or expected.
By far
By a large margin; significantly more than any other.
Example: She is by far the most experienced candidate for the job.
Note: The phrase emphasizes a clear lead or superiority over others.
Go far
To be successful or make progress.
Example: With his dedication and talent, I believe he will go far in his career.
Note: The phrase implies achieving success or making significant progress in a particular area.
So far, so good
Up to this point, everything is satisfactory or progressing well.
Example: We've been following the plan, and so far, so good - everything is going well.
Note: The phrase indicates a positive assessment of progress or situation up to a certain point.
Far and wide
Over a wide area; to a great extent.
Example: The news of the festival spread far and wide, attracting visitors from neighboring towns.
Note: The phrase denotes a broad or extensive reach or coverage.
Far everyday (slang) expressions
Far fetched
Far fetched means unlikely to be true or believable.
Example: The idea that aliens built the pyramids is pretty far fetched.
Note: While 'far' refers to distance, 'far fetched' is used to describe ideas or stories that are implausible or unbelievable.
Far from it
Far from it means the opposite or not at all.
Example: You think I'm a great cook? Far from it!
Note: While 'far' indicates distance, 'far from it' is used to emphasize a contrast or contradiction to a previous statement.
Far gone
Far gone means heavily under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Example: After three hours of dancing, he was far gone.
Note: The slang term 'far gone' describes a person who is significantly intoxicated or under the influence, unlike the word 'far' which denotes distance.
Far - Examples
The house is far from the city center.
Το σπίτι είναι μακριά από το κέντρο της πόλης.
I can see the mountains far in the distance.
Μπορώ να δω τα βουνά μακριά στον ορίζοντα.
The ship sailed far out into the ocean.
Το πλοίο έπλευσε μακριά στον ωκεανό.
Far grammar
Far - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: far
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): farther, further
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): farthest, furthest
Adjective (Adjective): far
Adverb, comparative (Adverb, comparative): further, farther
Adverb, superlative (Adverb, superlative): farthest, furthest
Adverb (Adverb): far
Syllables, Separation and Stress
far Contains 1 syllables: far
Phonetic transcription: ˈfär
far , ˈfär (The red syllable is stressed)
Far - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
far: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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