Significados de Forward en español

La palabra "forward" se utiliza en inglés cotidiano como un adverbio, un adjetivo y un sustantivo. Su uso principal se refiere a la dirección hacia adelante, tanto en un sentido físico como figurado.

Uso como adverbio:

Dirección física: "He walked forward." (Él caminó hacia adelante.)
Progreso: "We need to move forward with the project." (Necesitamos avanzar con el proyecto.)
Comunicación: "Please send this information forward to the team." (Por favor, envía esta información al equipo.)

Uso como adjetivo:

Proactivo: "She has a forward attitude." (Ella tiene una actitud proactiva.)
Ubicación: "The forward section of the plane is more spacious." (La sección delantera del avión es más espaciosa.)

Uso como sustantivo:

Posición en un equipo: "He plays as a forward in soccer." (Él juega como delantero en el fútbol.)

Frases comunes:

"Move forward": avanzar, proseguir.
"Look forward to": esperar con interés. Ejemplo: "I look forward to hearing from you." (Espero con interés saber de ti.)
"Forward-thinking": que tiene visión de futuro, innovador.

Contexto de uso:
"Forward" se utiliza en contextos tanto formales como informales. En el ámbito laboral y académico, es común encontrar frases como "moving forward" para referirse al progreso en proyectos. En situaciones más cotidianas, puede aparecer en conversaciones sobre planes o expectativas.

Errores comunes:
Un error común es confundir "forward" con "forwards". "Forward" se usa generalmente en inglés americano, mientras que "forwards" es más común en inglés británico en contextos informales. Además, algunos hablantes pueden usar "forward" incorrectamente como un sustantivo en lugar de un adjetivo.

Palabras relacionadas:

Sinónimos: "ahead", "onward".
Antónimos: "backward", "behind".

Pronunciación:
La pronunciación de "forward" es /ˈfɔːr.wɚd/ en inglés americano. La primera sílaba es tónica, lo que significa que se pronuncia con más énfasis.

Gramática y etimología:
"Forward" proviene del inglés antiguo "forweard", que significa "en la dirección de". Se compone del prefijo "for-" que implica movimiento hacia adelante y "ward" que indica dirección.

Significados de Forward en español

adelante

Ejemplo:

Please move forward in line.

Por favor, avanza en la fila.

Keep moving forward until you reach the end.

Sigue avanzando hasta llegar al final.

Uso: formalContexto: Used in directions, instructions, or physical movement

Nota: Commonly used to indicate physical advancement or progress.

hacia adelante

Ejemplo:

The train is moving forward.

El tren se mueve hacia adelante.

Let's look forward to the future.

Miremos hacia adelante al futuro.

Uso: formalContexto: Used metaphorically for progress or looking ahead

Nota: Often used to express positivity or optimism about the future.

adelantado

Ejemplo:

He is very forward in expressing his opinions.

Él es muy adelantado en expresar sus opiniones.

Her ideas are quite forward for her age.

Sus ideas son bastante adelantadas para su edad.

Uso: formalContexto: Describing someone or something ahead of its time

Nota: Can also mean 'bold' or 'forward-thinking' in a positive sense.

reenviar

Ejemplo:

Please forward this email to the team.

Por favor, reenvía este correo electrónico al equipo.

I will forward your message to the appropriate department.

Reenviaré tu mensaje al departamento correspondiente.

Uso: formalContexto: Used in the context of sending information or messages to others

Nota: Commonly used in email or digital communication settings.

adelantar

Ejemplo:

I need to forward my plans for the weekend.

Necesito adelantar mis planes para el fin de semana.

The meeting has been forwarded to next week.

La reunión ha sido adelantada para la próxima semana.

Uso: formalContexto: Referring to moving something to an earlier time or date

Nota: Used when rescheduling or moving events or appointments forward in time.

Los sinónimos de Forward

ahead

This synonym indicates moving in a forward direction or progressing.

Ejemplo: Let's move ahead with our plans.

Nota: Similar to 'forward' but specifically implies moving in a direction ahead of the current position.

onward

This synonym suggests continuing in a forward direction, often with determination.

Ejemplo: We must march onward despite the challenges.

Nota: Similar to 'forward' but emphasizes continuous movement in the same direction.

forth

This synonym means moving forward or outward, often in a purposeful manner.

Ejemplo: She stepped forth to accept the award.

Nota: More formal or literary than 'forward', and implies a deliberate or intentional movement.

progress

This synonym refers to moving forward or advancing, especially in terms of development or improvement.

Ejemplo: We need to make progress in our project.

Nota: While 'forward' can simply indicate a direction, 'progress' specifically implies advancement or development.

onward and upward

This phrase means to continue progressing or advancing, often with a positive outlook.

Ejemplo: Let's keep moving onward and upward in our careers.

Nota: A more optimistic and motivational expression compared to the straightforward 'forward'.

Expresiones y frases comunes de Forward

Move forward

To make progress or continue in a positive direction.

Ejemplo: After the setback, it's important to move forward and focus on the future.

Nota: The addition of 'move' emphasizes taking action and progressing.

Look forward to

To anticipate or feel excited about something that will happen in the future.

Ejemplo: I'm looking forward to the weekend so I can relax.

Nota: The phrase conveys anticipation or excitement for something upcoming.

Forward-thinking

Having innovative or progressive ideas about the future.

Ejemplo: Our company values forward-thinking individuals who can anticipate market trends.

Nota: It describes a proactive and innovative mindset towards the future.

Put forward

To suggest or propose an idea or plan for consideration.

Ejemplo: She put forward a proposal to improve efficiency in the department.

Nota: It indicates presenting an idea for discussion or decision-making.

Forward slash (/)

The diagonal slash (/) used in computing to separate elements in a path or URL.

Ejemplo: Please enter your username, followed by a forward slash, and then your password.

Nota: In this context, 'forward' refers to the directionality of the slash.

Forwarded email

An email that has been sent on to another recipient by the original recipient.

Ejemplo: I received a forwarded email from a colleague about the upcoming meeting.

Nota: It denotes the action of sending an email to someone else after receiving it.

Forward march

A military command to start marching or moving forward.

Ejemplo: At the command 'forward march,' the soldiers began to move in unison.

Nota: It specifically refers to the military command to initiate forward movement.

Expresiones cotidianas (jerga) de Forward

Straightforward

Direct and honest in communication or behavior.

Ejemplo: Just be straightforward with me. Tell me what you think.

Nota: While 'forward' can simply mean moving ahead, 'straightforward' specifically refers to being candid or frank.

Forwarding Address

A new address where mail should be sent.

Ejemplo: Make sure to give the post office your forwarding address when you move.

Nota: It refers to a specific address for future mail, unlike 'forward' which is more general.

Forwarded

To send something like a message, email, or document to another person.

Ejemplo: I forwarded you that funny video I received.

Nota: It denotes the action of sending something to someone else, distinct from simply moving ahead.

Look-ahead

To consider or prepare for the future.

Ejemplo: We need to look-ahead and plan for the next quarter.

Nota: While 'forward' can denote a physical direction, 'look-ahead' is more about planning and anticipation.

Forwarded Motion

A sudden or accelerated movement in the direction of progress.

Ejemplo: The car jolted forward in a burst of forwarded motion.

Nota: Refers to a continuous movement in a specific direction, emphasizing the progress aspect compared to just advancing forward.

Fast-forward

To move quickly through time or skip to a particular point.

Ejemplo: Let's fast-forward to the part where they reveal the surprise.

Nota: It refers to rapidly advancing in time or skipping ahead, which is different from the general concept of moving forward.

Forward-slash

The symbol '/' used in computer terms to separate items or elements.

Ejemplo: The website URL is 'username forward-slash products'.

Nota: While 'forward' usually relates to direction, 'forward-slash' is a term specific to computer usage for the symbol '/' which separates elements.

Forward - Ejemplos

Forward!

¡Adelante!

The team is moving forward with the project.

El equipo está avanzando con el proyecto.

She made a great forward leap in her career.

Ella dio un gran salto hacia adelante en su carrera.

Gramática de Forward

Forward - Adverbio (Adverb) / Adverbio (Adverb)

Lema: forward

Conjugaciones

Adjetivo (Adjective): forward

Adverbio (Adverb): forward

Sustantivo, plural (Noun, plural): forwards

Sustantivo, singular o masa (Noun, singular or mass): forward

Verbo, tiempo pasado (Verb, past tense): forwarded

Verbo, gerundio o participio presente (Verb, gerund or present participle): forwarding

Verbo, tercera persona del singular presente (Verb, 3rd person singular present): forwards

Verbo, forma base (Verb, base form): forward

Verbo, presente no en tercera persona del singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): forward

Sílabas, Separación y Acento

forward contiene 2 sílabas: for • ward

Transcripción fonética: ˈfȯr-wərd

for ward , ˈfȯr wərd (La sílaba roja es la acentuada)

Forward - Importancia y frecuencia de uso

El índice de frecuencia e importancia de las palabras indica con qué frecuencia aparece una palabra en un idioma determinado. Cuanto menor es el número, con más frecuencia se usa la palabra. Las palabras más frecuentemente usadas típicamente varían de 1 a 4000.

forward: 800 - 900 (Extremadamente Común).

Este índice de importancia te ayuda a centrarte en las palabras más útiles durante tu proceso de aprendizaje del idioma.

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