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English
Move
muv
Very common
~ 1100
~ 1100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Move -
To change or cause something to change position or location
Example: She moved the chair to the other side of the room.
Usage: formal/informalContext: everyday situations
Note: One of the most common uses of the word 'move' in English.
To go from one place to another; to travel
Example: We are moving to a new city next month.
Usage: formal/informalContext: discussing relocation or travel plans
Note: Can refer to both physical relocation and travel in general.
To take action; to do something
Example: We need to move quickly to finish this project on time.
Usage: formalContext: professional settings
Note: Often used in business or work-related contexts to indicate taking steps or making progress.
To affect someone emotionally; to touch or inspire
Example: The movie really moved me to tears.
Usage: informalContext: discussing emotional responses
Note: Commonly used to describe strong emotional reactions to something.
To propose or suggest an idea or plan
Example: I move that we postpone the meeting until next week.
Usage: formalContext: formal meetings or discussions
Note: Often used in formal settings to make a suggestion or propose a course of action.
Move's synonyms
shift
To move or change position, especially slightly or temporarily.
Example: I need to shift the furniture to rearrange the room.
Note: Shift often implies a small or subtle movement.
relocate
To move to a new place to live or work.
Example: I am planning to relocate to a different city for work.
Note: Relocate specifically refers to moving to a different location.
transfer
To move from one place, position, job, or course to another.
Example: She transferred to a new department within the company.
Note: Transfer often involves moving from one specific place or position to another.
migrate
To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons.
Example: Birds migrate south for the winter.
Note: Migrate is commonly used in the context of animals or people moving from one place to another for specific reasons.
Move expressions, common phrases
Move on
To stop thinking about something in the past and start focusing on the present or future.
Example: It's time to move on from the past and focus on the future.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the idea of progressing or advancing, rather than just physically changing location.
Move forward
To make progress or continue with a plan or activity.
Example: After the setback, we need to move forward and find a solution.
Note: Similar to 'move on,' this phrase emphasizes making progress or advancing in a situation.
Make a move
To take action or make a decision in order to change or improve a situation.
Example: If you want to improve your career, you need to make a move and apply for that promotion.
Note: This phrase focuses on the proactive aspect of initiating a change or decision.
Move out
To leave a place or residence and go to a different location.
Example: They decided to move out of the city and live in the countryside.
Note: While 'move' simply refers to changing location, 'move out' specifically indicates leaving a place.
Move away
To relocate to a different place, usually far from the current residence.
Example: She had to move away for college and leave her family behind.
Note: Similar to 'move out,' 'move away' implies a departure from the current location to a distant one.
Move in
To begin living in a new place, such as a house or apartment.
Example: They are excited to move in together after getting married.
Note: While 'move' generally refers to changing location, 'move in' specifically indicates starting to live in a particular place.
Move up
To advance to a higher position or level, especially in a job or organization.
Example: With hard work and dedication, she was able to move up within the company.
Note: This phrase focuses on progressing to a higher level, such as a promotion or advancement in status.
Move mountains
To achieve something extremely difficult or seemingly impossible through great effort.
Example: With determination and teamwork, they were able to move mountains and achieve their goal.
Note: This idiom signifies overcoming immense obstacles or challenges through extraordinary effort or determination.
Move everyday (slang) expressions
Get a move on
To hurry up or start moving faster.
Example: We need to get a move on if we want to make it to the concert on time.
Note: Expresses a sense of urgency or need for quick action.
Bust a move
To dance or show off dance moves.
Example: The DJ played a great song, so everyone started busting a move on the dance floor.
Note: Specifically refers to dancing.
Move it or lose it
If you don't act quickly, you will miss out or lose your chance.
Example: Come on, move it or lose it! We don't have all day.
Note: Emphasizes the consequence of inaction or delay.
Move the needle
To have a significant impact or effect.
Example: Launching a new ad campaign can really move the needle for our sales.
Note: Shows the potential for creating a noticeable change or improvement.
Move - Examples
I need to move my car from the parking lot.
They decided to move to a bigger house.
She took a small step forward.
Move grammar
Move - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: move
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): moves
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): move
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): moved
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): moving
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): moves
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): move
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): move
Syllables, Separation and Stress
move Contains 1 syllables: move
Phonetic transcription: ˈmüv
move , ˈmüv (The red syllable is stressed)
Move - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
move: ~ 1100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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