انگریزی

forward

gb/fˈɔɹwɚd/ us/fˈɔɹwɚd/
A2 انگریزی
~ 900
معانی
0 معانی
adverb A2 relation
1

In the direction ahead

Moving to a place in front or to a later time.

استعمال کا انداز: to move [something/someone] forward
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'forwards'. Both are correct in most contexts, but 'forward' is more common in American English.
ہم معنی الفاظ
ahead (Often interchangeable, but 'ahead' can also imply being in a leading position.)
متضاد الفاظ
backward (Indicates movement or direction toward the rear instead of the front.)
لفظی تراکیب
move forward |step forward |look forward |push forward |go forward
موضوعات
movement |time |daily life |space |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • 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.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • 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.
فعل B1 action
2

Send something onward

To send a letter, email, or message to someone else.

استعمال کا انداز: to forward [something] to [someone]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes confuse 'forward' with 'send'. 'Forward' specifically means sending something on from one person/place to another, not sending for the first time.
ہم معنی الفاظ
send on (Similar meaning but less formal; often used for physical items.)
متضاد الفاظ
withhold (To keep something instead of sending it onward.)
لفظی تراکیب
forward an email |forward a message |forward a letter |forward details
موضوعات
communication |business |work |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • 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.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • 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.

ہم معنی الفاظ
front (Describes the very front position; 'forward' can be slightly less absolute.)
متضاد الفاظ
rear (Located at the back instead of the front.)
لفظی تراکیب
forward position |forward area |forward thinking
موضوعات
movement |position |space |time |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • 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.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • 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.
اسم A2 entity
4

Attacking player in sports

A player who plays near the other team's goal and tries to score points.

ہم معنی الفاظ
striker ('Striker' is more specific to soccer and goal-scoring roles.)
متضاد الفاظ
defender (A player whose main role is to stop the other team from scoring.)
لفظی تراکیب
play as a forward |star forward |center forward
موضوعات
sports |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • The team's star forward scored two goals.
  • He was moved from midfielder to forward.
  • Their forwards are known for their speed and skill.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • 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.

ہم معنی الفاظ
presumptuous ('Presumptuous' is more formal and implies overstepping social boundaries.)
متضاد الفاظ
reserved (Shy or not showing feelings openly.)
لفظی تراکیب
a bit forward |too forward
موضوعات
personality |relationships |communication |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • 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.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • He was too forward with her.
  • She thinks he is very forward.
  • It is not polite to be forward with strangers.
گرامر
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forward
IPA
GB/fˈɔɹwɚd/
US/fˈɔɹwɚd/
ہجا بندی اور زور
for - ward (2 ہجے)
Stress on 1st syllable (for)
لفظ کی شکلیں
Adjective
  • Base: forward
Noun
  • Base: forward
  • Plural: forwards
Verb
  • Base: forward
  • 3rd Person Singular: forwards
  • Present Participle: forwarding
  • Past: forwarded
متعلقہ الفاظ
Forms
forwards noun forwarding verb forwarded verb
Negative and opposite forms
backward adverb A2
عبارات

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.

مثالیں
  • 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.

مثالیں
  • 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.

مثالیں
  • 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.

مثالیں
  • 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.

مثالیں
  • 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.

مثالیں
  • I’m really looking forward to our vacation.
  • They are looking forward to meeting their new teacher.

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