headway
word
Definition
Progress or movement forward, especially when overcoming obstacles or making achievements over time.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or written English. Common phrases: 'make headway' (to progress), rarely used alone (e.g., not 'we had some headway') but usually in 'make headway'. Sometimes refers to movement in crowded places or literal progress, but more often means progress toward a goal.
Spanish: progreso - avancePortuguese (BR): progresso - avançoPortuguese (PT): progresso - avançoChinese (Simplified): 进展 - 进步Chinese (Traditional): 進展 - 進步Hindi: प्रगति - उन्नतिArabic: تقدم - إحراز تقدم
Example Sentences
We are finally making headway on the project.
basic
Despite the rain, the workers made headway on the repairs.
basic
She is making headway in learning English.
basic
After hours of discussion, we finally made some headway.
natural
It's tough, but we're slowly making headway.
natural
We didn't make much headway until we changed our strategy.
natural