How to Pronounce "carry forward"
expression
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈfɔɹwɝd
KAIR-ee FOR-werd
kˈæɹi/ /fˈɔːwəd
KAIR-ee FAW-wuhd
Definition
To move or transfer something, such as a balance or amount, from one period or situation to another. It is often used in business, accounting, or when discussing plans or ideas that continue into the future.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈfɔɹwɝd
British English
kˈæɹi/ /fˈɔːwəd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAIR-ee FOR-werd
UK
KAIR-ee FAW-wuhd
Listen in Context
We need to carry forward last year's profits into this year.
Any unused vacation will carry forward to next year.
Please carry forward the remaining balance to the next page.
Let's carry forward the discussion to tomorrow since we're out of time.