forward
gb/fˈɔɹwɚd/ us/fˈɔɹwɚd/
A2
英語
~ 900
語義
0件の語義
adverb
A2
relation
1
In the direction ahead
Moving to a place in front or to a later time.
用法パターン：
to move [something/someone] forward
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'forwards'. Both are correct in most contexts, but 'forward' is more common in American English.
類義語
ahead (Often interchangeable, but 'ahead' can also imply being in a leading position.)
対義語
backward (Indicates movement or direction toward the rear instead of the front.)
コロケーション
move forward
|step forward
|look forward
|push forward
|go forward
テーマ
movement
|time
|daily life
|space
|core_vocabulary
例文
- She took a step forward to get a better view.
- The project is moving forward as planned.
- He leaned forward to hear her better.
- Please move your car forward a little.
- We look forward to seeing you soon.
学習者向け例文
- He walked forward to the door.
- Please move forward in the line.
- The bus went forward slowly.
- I look forward to my birthday.
- She stepped forward to speak.
動詞
B1
action
2
Send something onward
To send a letter, email, or message to someone else.
用法パターン：
to forward [something] to [someone]
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'send'. 'Forward' specifically means sending something on from one person/place to another, not sending for the first time.
類義語
send on (Similar meaning but less formal; often used for physical items.)
対義語
withhold (To keep something instead of sending it onward.)
コロケーション
forward an email
|forward a message
|forward a letter
|forward details
テーマ
communication
|business
|work
|core_vocabulary
例文
- Please forward this email to all staff members.
- The post office will forward your mail to your new address.
- I forwarded the invitation to my colleague.
- Could you forward me the meeting notes?
- They forwarded the complaint to the manager.
学習者向け例文
- I will forward this email to you.
- Please forward the letter to my new home.
- Can you forward my message to her?
- The office will forward your mail.
- He will forward the file to me.
adjective
B1
relation
3
Toward the front position
Near the front or ahead of others.
類義語
front (Describes the very front position; 'forward' can be slightly less absolute.)
対義語
rear (Located at the back instead of the front.)
コロケーション
forward position
|forward area
|forward thinking
テーマ
movement
|position
|space
|time
|core_vocabulary
例文
- The forward section of the plane is reserved for business class.
- He plays in a forward position on the team.
- The troops advanced to a forward base.
- She has very forward ideas about education.
学習者向け例文
- The forward seats cost more money.
- He sits in the forward part of the bus.
- Our team moved to a forward place on the field.
- I like the forward room in the plane.
名詞
A2
entity
4
Attacking player in sports
A player who plays near the other team's goal and tries to score points.
類義語
striker ('Striker' is more specific to soccer and goal-scoring roles.)
対義語
defender (A player whose main role is to stop the other team from scoring.)
コロケーション
play as a forward
|star forward
|center forward
テーマ
sports
|core_vocabulary
例文
- The team's star forward scored two goals.
- He was moved from midfielder to forward.
- Their forwards are known for their speed and skill.
学習者向け例文
- The forward scored a goal.
- My brother plays as a forward.
- The team has three forwards.
- A good forward runs fast.
adjective
B2
property
5
Overly bold in behavior
Saying or doing things too openly or boldly, which may seem rude.
類義語
presumptuous ('Presumptuous' is more formal and implies overstepping social boundaries.)
対義語
reserved (Shy or not showing feelings openly.)
コロケーション
a bit forward
|too forward
テーマ
personality
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
例文
- He was too forward when he asked her personal questions right away.
- She found his comments rather forward for a first meeting.
- Don't be so forward; give people some space.
学習者向け例文
- He was too forward with her.
- She thinks he is very forward.
- It is not polite to be forward with strangers.
文法
辞書形
forward
IPA
GB/fˈɔɹwɚd/
US/fˈɔɹwɚd/
音節・強勢
for - ward （2音節）
Stress on 1st syllable (for)
活用形
Adjective
- Base: forward
Noun
- Base: forward
- Plural: forwards
Verb
- Base: forward
- 3rd Person Singular: forwards
- Present Participle: forwarding
- Past: forwarded
関連語
Forms
forwards
noun
forwarding
verb
forwarded
verb
Negative and opposite forms
backward
adverb A2
表現
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.
例文
- 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.
例文
- 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.
例文
- 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.
例文
- 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.
例文
- 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.
例文
- I’m really looking forward to our vacation.
- They are looking forward to meeting their new teacher.