fro
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /froʊ/
KK: /fro/
adverb
Definition
In a direction away from a place; back.
Example
The children ran to and fro in the park, playing happily.
Conversation
Have you seen that cat moving to and fro in the yard?
Yeah, it seems really curious about everything around it.
I wonder what it's looking for while it goes fro and back.
Maybe it's just enjoying the fresh air and exploring!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
back
away
forth
Antonyms
toward
near
close
preposition
Definition
A word used in Scots English meaning 'from'.
Example
He came fro the village to visit us.
Conversation
Have you ever been fro that part of Scotland?
No, I haven't, but I've heard it's beautiful there.
I went last summer and it was amazing!
Root Explanation
The word 'fro' originates from Old English 'fram', meaning from or away. It is often used in the phrase 'to and fro', indicating movement back and forth.
Memory Tip
Think of 'away' in Old English to remember that 'fro' means to move from one place to another.
Visually Confused Words
faro
ro
fo