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through

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /θruː/

KK: /θru/

adjective
Definition

This word describes something that allows movement or passage without interruption, often referring to routes or tickets that do not require stops or transfers.


Example

The through bus made the journey much faster because it didn't stop at every station.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that new bus service?
Sloth B
Yeah! I heard it offers through rides without any stops.
Sloth A
That sounds so convenient for commuting!
Sloth B
Absolutely, it will save a lot of time.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
direct
uninterrupted
complete
Antonyms
interrupted
partial
incomplete
adverb
Definition

In a manner that indicates movement from one side or end to another; completely or entirely.


Example

She walked through the park to get to the other side.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you manage to read the book all the way through?
Sloth B
Yeah, I finished it last night. It was so good!
Sloth A
I'm glad to hear that! I want to get through it before the movie comes out.
Sloth B
preposition
Definition

This word is used to indicate movement from one side to another, or to show that something is completed or achieved.


Example

She walked through the park to enjoy the flowers.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you manage to get the package through customs?
Sloth B
Yeah, it took a while, but I finally did.
Sloth A
That's great! I was worried it might get stuck for days.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Through → This word originates from Old English 'þurh' (meaning by means of or across). It describes the action of moving in one side and out the other, indicating a passage or a means of completion.

Memory Tip

Imagine moving 'by means of' something to get from one side to the other — that's what 'through' means.

Visually Confused Words
thorough
athrough
trough
though
troughy
thought
tough
rough
Is this page helpful?
You should! I can't wait to see how they adapt it.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
across
along
past
Antonyms
around
by
past
Me too, but luckily everything went smoothly this time.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
across
via
among
Antonyms
around
outside
beyond