homeward
word
Definition
Moving or leading towards home; used to describe a direction, journey, or movement back to one's home.
Usage & Nuances
'Homeward' is slightly formal/literary and often used as 'homeward bound' or 'homeward journey.' Commonly an adverb or adjective before nouns ('homeward trip'). Not used for 'being at home,' but for moving or heading there. Less frequent in casual speech than 'going home.'
Spanish: hacia casa - de regreso a casaPortuguese (BR): de volta para casa - em direção a casaPortuguese (PT): de regresso a casa - para casaChinese (Simplified): 回家Chinese (Traditional): 回家Hindi: घर की ओरArabic: نحو المنزل
Example Sentences
We started our homeward journey after sunset.
basic
The homeward road was quiet and empty.
basic
After work, she walked homeward every day.
basic
I'm finally homeward bound after months abroad.
natural
The birds flew homeward at dusk.
natural
Rush hour always makes the homeward commute slow.
natural