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Towards

təˈwɔːdz
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
300 - 400
300 - 400
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向かって (むかって), 〜に対して (〜にたいして), 〜の方へ (〜のほうへ), 〜に向けて (〜にむけて)

Betekenissen van Towards in het Japans

向かって (むかって)

Voorbeeld:
She walked towards the park.
彼女は公園に向かって歩いた。
He leaned towards her to hear better.
彼はよく聞こえるように彼女に向かって寄りかかった。
Gebruik: informalContext: Describing direction or physical movement.
Opmerking: This usage is common in both spoken and written Japanese and typically indicates a direction of movement.

〜に対して (〜にたいして)

Voorbeeld:
He has a positive attitude towards life.
彼は人生に対して前向きな態度を持っている。
Her approach towards the problem was innovative.
彼女のその問題に対するアプローチは革新的だった。
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: Expressing attitude or opinion toward something.
Opmerking: This meaning emphasizes a stance or opinion rather than physical direction.

〜の方へ (〜のほうへ)

Voorbeeld:
The train is heading towards Tokyo.
電車は東京の方へ向かっている。
We need to move towards the exit.
出口の方へ移動する必要がある。
Gebruik: informalContext: Indicating a destination or target.
Opmerking: This phrase can be used in both casual conversation and formal contexts.

〜に向けて (〜にむけて)

Voorbeeld:
I am saving money towards a new car.
新しい車に向けてお金を貯めている。
She is working towards her goals.
彼女は目標に向けて努力している。
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: Indicating a goal or intention.
Opmerking: This expression conveys a sense of progress or effort towards achieving something.

Synoniemen van Towards

toward

Similar to 'towards,' 'toward' indicates movement in the direction of something or someone.
Voorbeeld: He walked toward the store.
Opmerking: Both 'toward' and 'towards' are used interchangeably in American English, but 'toward' is more commonly used in American English.

to

'To' can indicate direction or location, similar to 'towards,' but it is more general and versatile in its usage.
Voorbeeld: She pointed to the sky.
Opmerking: While 'towards' specifically indicates movement in a particular direction, 'to' can be used in various contexts beyond physical movement.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Towards

Lean towards

To have a slight preference for something or someone.
Voorbeeld: I lean towards the idea of going out for dinner tonight.
Opmerking: This phrase emphasizes a tendency or inclination rather than physical movement.

A step towards

An action or gesture indicating progress or movement in a certain direction.
Voorbeeld: His apology was a step towards reconciliation.
Opmerking: It signifies progress or advancement rather than just the general concept of moving towards something.

Hostile towards

Showing unfriendliness or opposition towards someone or something.
Voorbeeld: She felt his attitude was hostile towards her.
Opmerking: It conveys a negative or adversary stance rather than a neutral movement.

Attitude towards

One's feelings or opinions about something or someone.
Voorbeeld: Her attitude towards work is very positive.
Opmerking: It refers to feelings or opinions held about something rather than physical movement.

Contribute towards

To give or help in achieving a particular result or goal.
Voorbeeld: Every bit helps when you contribute towards a good cause.
Opmerking: It signifies participating in achieving a goal rather than just moving towards it.

Biased towards

Having a preference or inclination that unfairly influences judgment.
Voorbeeld: The judge seemed biased towards the defendant.
Opmerking: It indicates a skewed preference rather than a general movement in a direction.

Take steps towards

To initiate actions that lead to progress or change in a specific direction.
Voorbeeld: He decided to take steps towards improving his health by joining a gym.
Opmerking: It emphasizes the initiation of actions leading to progress, rather than just moving towards a goal.

Feelings towards

Emotions or sentiments held about someone or something.
Voorbeeld: She harbored mixed feelings towards her ex-boyfriend.
Opmerking: It refers to emotions or sentiments rather than physical movement.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Towards

Head towards

This slang term means to move or go in the direction of a specific place or destination. 'Head towards' is a casual and colloquial way of expressing movement.
Voorbeeld: Let's head towards the beach for some relaxation.
Opmerking: The slang term 'head towards' is more informal and conversational compared to the original word 'towards'. It is commonly used in spoken language to indicate a direction.

Toward(s)

'Toward(s)' is the original word 'towards' without the added 's'. It means in the direction of something or moving closer to a particular point.
Voorbeeld: We should walk toward the city center.
Opmerking: The term 'toward(s)' is a more concise and slightly less formal form of 'towards'. It is commonly used in spoken language and maintains the same meaning.

Move towards

To 'move towards' something means to physically shift position or direction in the general vicinity of a particular object or location.
Voorbeeld: The dog started to move towards the sound.
Opmerking: The slang term 'move towards' implies actual physical movement in a direction, distinguishing it from the general concept expressed by the word 'towards'. It is commonly used to indicate action or intent.

Head in the direction of

This slang term is a more descriptive way of saying 'head towards'. It conveys the idea of moving towards a particular destination or point.
Voorbeeld: Let's head in the direction of the park for a picnic.
Opmerking: 'Head in the direction of' provides a clearer image of movement towards a specific place compared to the more generic term 'towards'. It is often used to emphasize the intended destination.

Go towards

To 'go towards' something means to travel or proceed in the direction of a specific location or goal.
Voorbeeld: I'm going towards the store to pick up some groceries.
Opmerking: The slang term 'go towards' emphasizes the action of traveling or moving, highlighting the purposeful movement in a direction. It is commonly used in casual conversations.

Make one's way towards

This slang term conveys the idea of progressing or traveling towards a certain destination or event.
Voorbeeld: We need to make our way towards the festival before it gets too crowded.
Opmerking: 'Make one's way towards' emphasizes the journey or progression towards a location or objective. It suggests a deliberate effort in moving towards a specific place.

Proceed towards

To 'proceed towards' something is to continue or advance in the direction of a particular destination or objective.
Voorbeeld: Let's proceed towards the meeting room for the presentation.
Opmerking: The slang term 'proceed towards' implies a continuous movement or progression towards a specific point. It is often used in formal or professional settings to indicate movement in a particular direction.

Towards - Voorbeelden

Towards the end of the movie, the plot became more interesting.
The company is working towards a more sustainable future.
The new regulations are towards improving safety in the workplace.

Grammatica van Towards

Towards - Adpositie (Adposition) / Voorzetsel of ondergeschikte voegwoord (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Lemma: towards
Vervoegingen
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
towards bevat 2 lettergrepen: to • ward
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈtō-ərd
to ward , ˈtō ərd (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Towards - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
towards: 300 - 400 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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