forward
gb/fˈɔɹwɚd/ us/fˈɔɹwɚd/
A2
English
~ 900
előre, továbbít, továbbküld, elülső, előrehaladott, támadó, csatár, bedobó, tolakodó, bizalmaskodó, rámenős
A2
1
előre
A2
Usage pattern:
to move [something/someone] forward
She took a step forward to get a better view.
Egy lépést tett előre, hogy jobban lásson.
The project is moving forward as planned.
A projekt a tervek szerint halad előre.
He leaned forward to hear her better.
Please move your car forward a little.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Learner examples
He walked forward to the door.
Előresétált az ajtóhoz.
Please move forward in the line.
Kérem, lépjen előre a sorban.
The bus went forward slowly.
I look forward to my birthday.
She stepped forward to speak.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'forwards'. Both are correct in most contexts, but 'forward' is more common in American English.
Meaning
In the direction ahead
Collocations
move forward
|step forward
|look forward
|push forward
|go forward
Synonyms
ahead (Often interchangeable, but 'ahead' can also imply being in a leading position.)
Antonyms
backward (Indicates movement or direction toward the rear instead of the front.)
Themes
movement
|time
|daily life
|space
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Moving to a place in front or to a later time.
In the direction that is in front of you or toward a more advanced position in space or time.
VERB
B1
2
továbbít
B1
továbbküld
B1
Usage pattern:
to forward [something] to [someone]
Please forward this email to all staff members.
Kérlek, továbbítsd ezt az e-mailt az összes munkatársnak.
The post office will forward your mail to your new address.
A posta továbbítani fogja a leveleidet az új címedre.
I forwarded the invitation to my colleague.
Could you forward me the meeting notes?
They forwarded the complaint to the manager.
Learner examples
I will forward this email to you.
Továbbítom neked ezt az e-mailt.
Please forward the letter to my new home.
Kérlek, továbbítsd a levelet az új lakcímemre.
Can you forward my message to her?
The office will forward your mail.
He will forward the file to me.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'send'. 'Forward' specifically means sending something on from one person/place to another, not sending for the first time.
Meaning
Send something onward
Collocations
forward an email
|forward a message
|forward a letter
|forward details
Synonyms
send on (Similar meaning but less formal; often used for physical items.)
Antonyms
withhold (To keep something instead of sending it onward.)
Themes
communication
|business
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To send a letter, email, or message to someone else.
To send something, especially mail or information, to another person or place.
B1
3
The forward section of the plane is reserved for business class.
A repülőgép elülső részét az üzleti osztály utasainak tartják fenn.
He plays in a forward position on the team.
Támadó poszton játszik a csapatban.
The troops advanced to a forward base.
She has very forward ideas about education.
Learner examples
The forward seats cost more money.
Az elülső ülések többe kerülnek.
He sits in the forward part of the bus.
A busz elülső részében ül.
Our team moved to a forward place on the field.
I like the forward room in the plane.
Meaning
Toward the front position
Collocations
forward position
|forward area
|forward thinking
Synonyms
front (Describes the very front position; 'forward' can be slightly less absolute.)
Antonyms
rear (Located at the back instead of the front.)
Themes
movement
|position
|space
|time
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Near the front or ahead of others.
Situated at or near the front; or ahead in progress or development.
NOUN
A2
4
The team's star forward scored two goals.
A csapat sztárcsatára két gólt szerzett.
He was moved from midfielder to forward.
A középpályáról csatárposztra került.
Their forwards are known for their speed and skill.
Learner examples
The forward scored a goal.
A csatár gólt szerzett.
My brother plays as a forward.
A testvérem csatárként játszik.
The team has three forwards.
A good forward runs fast.
Meaning
Attacking player in sports
Collocations
play as a forward
|star forward
|center forward
Synonyms
striker ('Striker' is more specific to soccer and goal-scoring roles.)
Antonyms
defender (A player whose main role is to stop the other team from scoring.)
Themes
sports
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A player who plays near the other team's goal and tries to score points.
A player in sports such as soccer, hockey, or basketball whose main role is to attack and try to score goals or points.
B2
5
He was too forward when he asked her personal questions right away.
Túl tolakodó volt, amikor rögtön személyes kérdéseket tett fel neki.
She found his comments rather forward for a first meeting.
Egy első találkozáshoz képest meglehetősen tolakodónak találta a megjegyzéseit.
Don't be so forward; give people some space.
Learner examples
He was too forward with her.
Túl rámenős volt vele.
She thinks he is very forward.
Szerinte nagyon tolakodó.
It is not polite to be forward with strangers.
Meaning
Overly bold in behavior
Collocations
a bit forward
|too forward
Synonyms
presumptuous ('Presumptuous' is more formal and implies overstepping social boundaries.)
Antonyms
reserved (Shy or not showing feelings openly.)
Themes
personality
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Saying or doing things too openly or boldly, which may seem rude.
Confident, direct, or bold in a way that may be considered rude or too familiar.
Grammar
Dictionary form
forward
IPA
GB/fˈɔɹwɚd/
US/fˈɔɹwɚd/
Syllables & stress
for - ward (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (for)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: forward
Noun
- Base: forward
- Plural: forwards
Verb
- Base: forward
- 3rd Person Singular: forwards
- Present Participle: forwarding
- Past: forwarded
Word family
Forms
forwards
noun
forwarding
verb
forwarded
verb
Negative and opposite forms
backward
adverb A2
Expressions
bring forward
1/bɹˈɪŋ fˈɔɹwɚd/
phrasal verb
Move earlier or propose idea
To make something happen sooner than planned, or to introduce an idea for discussion.
Examples
- They brought the meeting forward by two days.
- She brought forward a new proposal for the project.
push forward
1/pˈʊʃ fˈɔɹwɚd/
phrasal verb
Continue despite obstacles
To keep trying and making progress even when it is hard.
Examples
- Despite setbacks, they pushed forward with their plans.
- We must push forward if we want to finish on time.
put your best foot forward
1/pˈʊt jˈʊɹ bˈɛst fˈʊt fˈɔɹwɚd/
idiom
Make your best effort
To try your best in order to make a good impression or succeed.
Examples
- You should put your best foot forward during the interview.
- She always puts her best foot forward when meeting new people.
step forward
1/stˈɛp fˈɔɹwɚd/
fixed phrase
Move ahead or offer oneself
To move one step ahead, or to offer to do something.
Examples
- He stepped forward and introduced himself.
- No one stepped forward to take responsibility.
look forward to
1/lˈʊk fˈɔɹwɚd tə/
phrasal verb
Anticipate with pleasure
To feel happy because you know something good will happen soon.
Examples
- I look forward to meeting you next week.
- She looks forward to her vacation every year.
look forward to
2/lˈʊk fˈɔɹwɚd tə/
phrasal verb
await with pleasure/excitement
To feel happy because you know something good is going to happen soon.
Examples
- I’m really looking forward to our vacation.
- They are looking forward to meeting their new teacher.