Forcing Meaning in English
word · lemma: force
/ˈfɔɹsɪŋ/
FOR-sing
/fˈɔːsɪŋ/
FAW-sing
Definition
Making someone do something they do not want to do, or causing something to happen by using power, pressure, or strength.
Usage & Nuances
'Forcing' is the present participle of 'force.' It suggests using pressure or authority, often in negative situations (e.g., 'forcing someone to leave'). Common phrases: 'forcing a smile,' 'forcing an issue.' Not used for physical strength alone (use 'pushing' or 'pulling').
Spanish: forzar - obligarPortuguese (BR): forçar - obrigarPortuguese (PT): forçar - obrigarChinese (Simplified): 强迫 - 逼迫Chinese (Traditional): 強迫 - 逼迫Hindi: मजबूर करनाArabic: إجبار - فرضBengali: জোর করে করানো - বাধ্য করাRussian: принуждение - заставлениеJapanese: 強制すること - 無理にさせることVietnamese: ép buộc - cưỡng épKorean: 강요 - 억지로 시키기Turkish: zorlamakUrdu: مجبور کرنا - زبردستی کرناIndonesian: memaksa - memaksakan
Example Sentences
Sometimes forcing a smile is the only way to get through.
natural
They're forcing a decision without enough information.
natural
She kept forcing the door open.
basic
He is forcing his brother to come with him.
basic
Stop forcing me to eat more.
basic
You're forcing the conversation in a direction no one likes.
natural