Move toward Meaning in English
expression
ˈmuv/ /ˈtɔɹd/, /təˈwɔɹd
MOOV-TORD, tuh-WORD
mˈuːv/ /tʊwˈɔːd
MOOV-tuh-WAWD
Definition
To go closer to something or someone; to make progress in the direction of a place, goal, or idea.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both literal (physical movement) and figurative (progress toward a goal) contexts. Often followed by an object, e.g., 'move toward the exit' or 'move toward a solution.' Not typically used for very fast movement; more neutral or gradual.
Spanish: acercarse a - avanzar haciaPortuguese (BR): aproximar-se de - avançar em direção aPortuguese (PT): aproximar-se de - avançar em direção aChinese (Simplified): 走向 - 朝...移动Chinese (Traditional): 走向 - 朝...移動Hindi: की ओर बढ़नाArabic: يتجه نحو - يتحرك نحوBengali: দিকে এগোানো - দিকে অগ্রসর হওয়াRussian: двигаться к - приближаться кJapanese: 〜に向かって進むVietnamese: tiến về phía - hướng tớiKorean: ~로 다가가다 - ~로 나아가다Turkish: -e doğru ilerlemekUrdu: کی طرف بڑھناIndonesian: bergerak menuju - menuju ke
Example Sentences
Please move toward the front of the line.
basic
The train will move toward the next station soon.
basic
We need to move toward an agreement.
basic
She slowly moved toward the open window to get some air.
natural
The company is moving toward a digital future.
natural
Every step you take moves you toward your dream.
natural