Words / A2

FURTH-uh/ˈfɜːðə/

Further means more or extra: further information, further education, until further notice. Farther is sometimes used only for physical distance; further is safe for distance and for “more”. Far is the basic word. Furthermore is a formal linking word. Do not write father when you mean further.

Meaning

More; extra; additional.

Examples

• “We need further information about the visa.”
• “For further details, see the student handbook.”
• “The hostel is a bit further down the hill.”

Good to know

further information / education. Distance cousin: farther (optional). Mix-up: father.

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