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ahead

/əˈhed/

CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1473 in the learning path

在前面;向前

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Definitions

adv. In front of someone or something, or moving forward.

在前面;向前

adv. Further advanced than others or earlier than expected.

领先;提前

adv. In the future, or in preparation for it.

在未来;预先

Example

Walk straight ahead until you reach the little bridge.

一直往前走,直到走到那座小桥。

Cities need to plan ahead to ensure that transport networks can meet the demands of growing populations.

城市需要提前规划,确保交通网络能满足人口增长带来的需求。

Collocations

  • straight ahead
  • ahead of schedule
  • plan ahead
  • ahead of the competition

Antonyms

  • behind

Usage tip

ahead是副词;后接人或事物时用ahead of。

FAQ

What does ahead mean?
In front of someone or something, or moving forward. Further advanced than others or earlier than expected. In the future, or in preparation for it.
How is ahead pronounced?
UK /əˈhed/, US /əˈhed/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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