Move ahead Meaning in English
expression
ˈmuv/ /əˈhɛd
MOOV uh-HED
mˈuːv/ /ɐhˈɛd
MOOV uh-HED
Definition
To make progress, continue, or proceed forward, often after a pause or obstacle.
Usage & Nuances
Neutral register; used for physical movement, project progress, or personal goals. Often paired with 'plans', 'with your life', or 'despite difficulties'. Can be both literal and figurative. Not as forceful as 'push forward'.
Spanish: avanzar - seguir adelantePortuguese (BR): avançar - seguir em frentePortuguese (PT): avançar - avançar em frenteChinese (Simplified): 前进 - 推进Chinese (Traditional): 前進 - 推進Hindi: आगे बढ़नाArabic: التقدّم - المُضيّ قُدماًBengali: এগিয়ে যাওয়া - অগ্রসর হওয়াRussian: двигаться вперёд - продвигатьсяJapanese: 前進する - 進めるVietnamese: tiến lên - tiếp tục tiếnKorean: 나아가다 - 앞으로 나아가다Turkish: ilerlemek - devam etmekUrdu: آگے بڑھنا - پیش قدمی کرناIndonesian: maju - melanjutkan
Example Sentences
Let's move ahead with the meeting.
basic
The team decided to move ahead despite problems.
basic
She wants to move ahead in her career.
basic
If everyone agrees, we can move ahead with the plan.
natural
Sometimes you just have to move ahead and not look back.
natural
Thanks for your help—now I can move ahead with confidence.
natural