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English - Japanese
Ford
fɔrd
Very common
~ 1900
~ 1900
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.
渡し場 (わたしば), フォード (フォード)
Ford meanings in Japanese
渡し場 (わたしば)
Example:
We crossed the river at the ford.
私たちは渡し場で川を渡りました。
There is a ford nearby where we can cross.
近くに渡し場があって、私たちはそこを渡ることができます。
Usage: informalContext: Used in geographical or outdoor contexts, especially in discussions about rivers or bodies of water.
Note: This term refers specifically to a shallow place in a river or stream where one can cross. It is often used in historical or rural contexts.
フォード (フォード)
Example:
I drive a Ford car.
私はフォードの車を運転しています。
The Ford factory is located in Detroit.
フォードの工場はデトロイトにあります。
Usage: formalContext: Used in automotive contexts, particularly when discussing the Ford Motor Company or its vehicles.
Note: This is the transliteration of the brand name 'Ford'. It refers to the automobile manufacturer known for its cars and trucks.
Ford's synonyms
cross
To cross means to go from one side of something to the other side, often by passing over or through it.
Example: We need to cross the river to get to the other side.
Note: While 'ford' specifically refers to crossing a body of water at a shallow point, 'cross' is a more general term that can refer to crossing any type of obstacle or barrier.
wade
To wade means to walk through water or another liquid that is not deep enough to swim in.
Example: The hiker waded through the shallow stream to reach the campsite.
Note: Unlike 'ford' which implies crossing a body of water on foot, 'wade' specifically refers to walking through shallow water.
navigate
To navigate means to plan and direct the course of a vessel or vehicle, often through a challenging environment.
Example: The explorers had to navigate the treacherous river to reach the other side.
Note: While 'ford' refers to physically crossing a body of water, 'navigate' implies more strategic planning and direction to overcome obstacles and reach a destination.
Ford expressions, common phrases
ford the river
To cross a river or stream by wading or walking through the water.
Example: We need to ford the river to continue our journey.
Note: In this context, 'ford' is used as a verb to describe the action of crossing a river.
ford a stream
To cross a small, shallow body of water (like a stream) by walking through it.
Example: The hikers decided to ford the stream rather than find a bridge.
Note: Similar to 'ford the river,' this phrase emphasizes crossing a smaller body of water like a stream.
ford the creek
To walk or wade through a shallow creek to get to the other side.
Example: The children love to ford the creek behind their house.
Note: Specifically refers to crossing a creek, which is a smaller body of water than a river.
ford a brook
To cross a small, narrow, or shallow stream or creek by walking through it.
Example: The deer gracefully forded the brook in the early morning light.
Note: This phrase highlights crossing a brook, which is typically smaller than a river.
ford a waterway
To cross various bodies of water, such as rivers, streams, or creeks, by wading through them.
Example: The explorers had to ford several waterways during their expedition.
Note: Expands the concept of fording to include any type of waterway that needs to be crossed.
ford the lake
To navigate or cross a lake, often by boat, to reach a destination.
Example: The only way to reach the island is to ford the lake by boat.
Note: While 'ford' traditionally refers to walking through water, this phrase implies crossing a lake by boat.
ford the pond
To cross a small body of standing water, like a pond, usually by walking or using a bridge.
Example: The kids built a makeshift bridge to ford the pond in their backyard.
Note: Specifically involves crossing a pond, which is a still body of water, often smaller than a lake.
Ford everyday (slang) expressions
ford
To move through or across a space or obstacle, typically on foot.
Example: He had to ford through the crowded street to reach the other side.
Note: In this context, 'ford' is used metaphorically to indicate navigating through a crowded place or situation.
ford over
To overcome or surpass difficulties or obstacles.
Example: We need to ford over these challenges to reach our goal.
Note: This phrase extends the concept of navigating across an obstacle to specifically mean overcoming challenges or obstacles.
ford ahead
To continue or proceed despite difficulties or opposition.
Example: Even though it's tough, we need to ford ahead with our plans.
Note: Similar to 'ford over,' this phrase emphasizes pushing forward despite challenges or setbacks.
ford around
To avoid confronting a problem directly and find an alternative route or solution.
Example: Let's ford around the issue and find a solution.
Note: Here, 'ford around' suggests circumventing an issue rather than facing it head-on.
ford through
To navigate or pass through a difficult or complex situation successfully.
Example: She managed to ford through the dense jungle to find the hidden treasure.
Note: This phrase conveys the idea of persevering through a challenging situation with determination.
ford past
To move beyond or not be affected by a previous situation or experience.
Example: We can't keep dwelling on the past; we need to ford past it and move forward.
Note: While 'ford through' implies actively pushing through a challenge, 'ford past' focuses on moving beyond a situation without being held back by it.
ford together
To collaborate or work collectively towards a common goal or resolution.
Example: Let's ford together to find a solution that works for everyone.
Note: This phrase emphasizes teamwork and cooperation in tackling a shared objective or problem.
Ford - Examples
I need to turn the car around.
Can you translate this document for me?
The situation has taken a new turn.
Ford grammar
Ford - Proper noun (Proper noun) / Proper noun, singular (Proper noun, singular)
Lemma: ford
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): fords
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): ford
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): forded
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): fording
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): fords
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): ford
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): ford
Syllables, Separation and Stress
ford Contains 1 syllables: ford
Phonetic transcription: ˈfȯrd
ford , ˈfȯrd (The red syllable is stressed)
Ford - 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.
ford: ~ 1900 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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