furthermore
word
/ˈfɝðɝˌmɔɹ/
FUR-thur-mor
/fˌɜːðəmˈɔː/
fur-thuh-MAW
Definition
'Furthermore' is a formal word used to add more information or to emphasize an additional point when speaking or writing.
Usage & Nuances
Very formal; usually used in writing, presentations, or speeches, not in casual conversations. Similar to 'moreover', 'in addition', or 'also', but more emphatic. Often at the start of a sentence.
Spanish: además - es másPortuguese (BR): além dissoPortuguese (PT): além dissoChinese (Simplified): 此外Chinese (Traditional): 此外Hindi: इसके अलावाArabic: علاوة على ذلكBengali: এছাড়াও - উপরন্তুRussian: кроме того - более тогоJapanese: さらに - その上Vietnamese: hơn nữa - ngoài raKorean: 더구나 - 게다가Turkish: üstelik - ayrıcaUrdu: مزید براں - اس کے علاوہIndonesian: selain itu - lebih lanjut
Example Sentences
Furthermore, the test results were positive.
basic
The restaurant is popular. Furthermore, it's very affordable.
basic
She is an excellent teacher. Furthermore, students respect her.
basic
We don’t have enough time. Furthermore, the budget is too small for this project.
natural
Furthermore, I strongly believe we should change our approach.
natural
The job requires a lot of travel; furthermore, you'll sometimes work weekends.
natural