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forward

/ˈfɔːwəd/ · /ˈfɔːrwɚd/

CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1493 in the learning path

向前;向将来

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Definitions

adv. towards the front or a later time

向前;向将来

v. to send something received to another person or place

转寄;转发

n. an attacking player in sports such as football

前锋

Example

Please step forward when there is space ahead.

前面有空位时,请向前走一步。

Investment in renewable energy can help countries move forward towards a more sustainable economic future.

投资可再生能源有助于各国迈向更可持续的经济未来。

Collocations

  • move forward
  • look forward to
  • forward an email
  • put forward a proposal

Word family

  • forwards (adv.)

Synonyms

  • ahead

Antonyms

  • backward

Usage tip

look forward to中的to是介词,后接名词或动名词。

FAQ

What does forward mean?
towards the front or a later time to send something received to another person or place an attacking player in sports such as football
How is forward pronounced?
UK /ˈfɔːwəd/, US /ˈfɔːrwɚd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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