forward
gb/fˈɔɹwɚd/ us/fˈɔɹwɚd/
A2
Kiingereza
~ 900
Maana
maana 0
adverb
A2
relation
1
In the direction ahead
Moving to a place in front or to a later time.
Muundo wa matumizi:
to move [something/someone] forward
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'forwards'. Both are correct in most contexts, but 'forward' is more common in American English.
Visawe
ahead (Often interchangeable, but 'ahead' can also imply being in a leading position.)
Vinyume
backward (Indicates movement or direction toward the rear instead of the front.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
move forward
|step forward
|look forward
|push forward
|go forward
Mada
movement
|time
|daily life
|space
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Kitenzi
B1
action
2
Send something onward
To send a letter, email, or message to someone else.
Muundo wa matumizi:
to forward [something] to [someone]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'send'. 'Forward' specifically means sending something on from one person/place to another, not sending for the first time.
Visawe
send on (Similar meaning but less formal; often used for physical items.)
Vinyume
withhold (To keep something instead of sending it onward.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
forward an email
|forward a message
|forward a letter
|forward details
Mada
communication
|business
|work
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Visawe
front (Describes the very front position; 'forward' can be slightly less absolute.)
Vinyume
rear (Located at the back instead of the front.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
forward position
|forward area
|forward thinking
Mada
movement
|position
|space
|time
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Nomino
A2
entity
4
Attacking player in sports
A player who plays near the other team's goal and tries to score points.
Visawe
striker ('Striker' is more specific to soccer and goal-scoring roles.)
Vinyume
defender (A player whose main role is to stop the other team from scoring.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
play as a forward
|star forward
|center forward
Mada
sports
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- The team's star forward scored two goals.
- He was moved from midfielder to forward.
- Their forwards are known for their speed and skill.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Visawe
presumptuous ('Presumptuous' is more formal and implies overstepping social boundaries.)
Vinyume
reserved (Shy or not showing feelings openly.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
a bit forward
|too forward
Mada
personality
|relationships
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- He was too forward with her.
- She thinks he is very forward.
- It is not polite to be forward with strangers.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
forward
IPA
GB/fˈɔɹwɚd/
US/fˈɔɹwɚd/
Silabi na mkazo
for - ward (silabi 2)
Stress on 1st syllable (for)
Maumbo ya neno
Adjective
- Base: forward
Noun
- Base: forward
- Plural: forwards
Verb
- Base: forward
- 3rd Person Singular: forwards
- Present Participle: forwarding
- Past: forwarded
Familia ya neno
Forms
forwards
noun
forwarding
verb
forwarded
verb
Negative and opposite forms
backward
adverb A2
Semi
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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- I’m really looking forward to our vacation.
- They are looking forward to meeting their new teacher.