move
word
/ˈmuv/
MOOV
/mˈuːv/
MOOV
Definition
To change position or place, or to cause something or someone to do this. It can also mean to take action or progress.
Usage & Nuances
Common verb with many uses including physical movement, emotional decisions ('make a move'), and events. Often used in phrases like 'move on', 'move in', and 'move out'. Informal and formal uses vary. Don't confuse with 'remove' (to take away).
Spanish: moverPortuguese (BR): moverPortuguese (PT): moverChinese (Simplified): 移动Chinese (Traditional): 移動Hindi: चलना - स्थानांतरित करनाArabic: تحركBengali: সরান - স্থানান্তর করুন - নড়াচড়া করুনRussian: двигать - перемещать - двигатьсяJapanese: 動かす - 動くVietnamese: di chuyển - chuyển độngKorean: 옮기다 - 움직이다Turkish: hareket etmek - taşımakUrdu: ہلنا - منتقل کرناIndonesian: memindahkan - bergerak
Example Sentences
Please move the chair closer to the table.
basic
I will move to a new city next month.
basic
Can you move your car? It’s blocking the entrance.
basic
It’s time to move on from past mistakes and focus on the future.
natural
She made a bold move by quitting her job and starting a business.
natural
During the concert, everyone started to move to the rhythm of the music.
natural