A2verb 1K

Push

🇬🇧 UK /["/pʊʃ/","/ˈpʊʃɪz/","/pʊʃt/","/ˈpʊʃɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/pʊʃ/","/ˈpʊʃɪz/","/pʊʃt/","/ˈpʊʃɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Push

to use your hands, arms or body in order to make somebody/something move forward or away from you; to move part of your body into a particular position

In simple words: To apply force to move something away from you.

Push in a sentence

• Please push the door to open it.
• He had to push his bike up the hill.
• I usually push my limits when I exercise.
• She decided to push her plans for a vacation until next month.
• They need to push harder to finish the project on time.
• Come on, give it a good push!
• The company will push the new product launch to next year.
• It is important to push for better working conditions.
• The teacher will push the students to achieve their best.
• To get the cart moving, you have to push it from behind.

How to use Push

Can be used in various contexts, from physical pushing (like a door) to metaphorical (pushing someone to take action). Avoid using in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

push + object

Memory hint

Think of a friend giving you a gentle 'push' to help you move forward.

Related words

Collocations with Push

• firmly
• hard
• angrily
• try to
• manage to
• begin to
• against
• at
• out of
• push something open
• push something shut
• firmly
• hard
• angrily
• try to
• manage to
• begin to
• against
• at
• out of
• push something open
• push something shut
• aggressively
• hard
• too far
• into
• for
• push somebody/​yourself to the limit
• aggressively
• hard
• too far
• into
• for
• push somebody/​yourself to the limit
• aggressively
• hard
• too far
• into
• for
• push somebody/​yourself to the limit

Synonyms for Push

• splash out

Opposites of Push

• pull
• retract
• withdraw

Common mistakes with Push

• Using 'push' without an object, e.g., saying 'I need to push' instead of 'I need to push the cart.'
• Confusing 'push' with 'shove', which implies more force.
• Incorrectly using 'push' in passive constructions, e.g., 'The door was pushed by me.' instead of 'I pushed the door.'

Frequently asked questions about Push

What does Push mean?

To apply force to move something away from you.

What is the definition of Push?

to use your hands, arms or body in order to make somebody/something move forward or away from you; to move part of your body into a particular position

How do you use Push in a sentence?

Please push the door to open it.

Can you give another example of Push?

He had to push his bike up the hill.

What are synonyms for Push?

Common alternatives include splash out.

What is the opposite of Push?

Opposite meanings include pull, retract, withdraw.

What words go with Push?

It commonly pairs with firmly, hard, angrily, try to, manage to, begin to, against, at, out of, push something open, push something shut, firmly, hard, angrily, try to, manage to, begin to, against, at, out of, push something open, push something shut, aggressively, hard, too far, into, for, push somebody/​yourself to the limit, aggressively, hard, too far, into, for, push somebody/​yourself to the limit, aggressively, hard, too far, into, for, push somebody/​yourself to the limit.

What are common mistakes when using Push?

Using 'push' without an object, e.g., saying 'I need to push' instead of 'I need to push the cart.' Confusing 'push' with 'shove', which implies more force. Incorrectly using 'push' in passive constructions, e.g., 'The door was pushed by me.' instead of 'I pushed the door.'

How do you pronounce Push?

US: /["/pʊʃ/","/ˈpʊʃɪz/","/pʊʃt/","/ˈpʊʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/pʊʃ/","/ˈpʊʃɪz/","/pʊʃt/","/ˈpʊʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Push?

Can be used in various contexts, from physical pushing (like a door) to metaphorical (pushing someone to take action). Avoid using in overly formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Push?

"Push" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.