A1adverb 1K

Far

🇬🇧 UK /["/fɑː(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/fɑːr/"]/

Meaning of Far

a long distance away

In simple words: A long distance away.

Far in a sentence

• I live far from the city center.
• The library is too far to walk to.
• He ran so far that he lost sight of his friends.
• How far can you throw this ball?
• It's far better to be honest than to lie.

How to use Far

Used to describe distance, whether physical or figurative. In informal contexts, it can also emphasize comparisons. Avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

far + adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'far' as 'far away'. Imagine a small dot in the distance to remember it means distance.

Related words

Collocations with Far

• far away
• far from
• go far
• far better
• far too

Synonyms for Far

• distant
• remote
• far-off
• faraway

Opposites of Far

• near
• close

Common mistakes with Far

• Confusing 'farther' with 'further' — 'farther' for physical distance, 'further' for metaphorical.
• Incorrectly using 'far' instead of 'farther' when referring to distance.
• Saying 'more far' instead of 'farther' or just 'far'.

Frequently asked questions about Far

What does Far mean?

A long distance away.

What is the definition of Far?

a long distance away

How do you use Far in a sentence?

I live far from the city center.

Can you give another example of Far?

The library is too far to walk to.

What are synonyms for Far?

Common alternatives include distant, remote, far-off, faraway.

What is the opposite of Far?

Opposite meanings include near, close.

What words go with Far?

It commonly pairs with far away, far from, go far, far better, far too.

What are common mistakes when using Far?

Confusing 'farther' with 'further' — 'farther' for physical distance, 'further' for metaphorical. Incorrectly using 'far' instead of 'farther' when referring to distance. Saying 'more far' instead of 'farther' or just 'far'.

How do you pronounce Far?

US: /["/fɑːr/"]/, UK: /["/fɑː(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Far?

Used to describe distance, whether physical or figurative. In informal contexts, it can also emphasize comparisons. Avoid in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Far?

"Far" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.