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UK/["/θruː/"]/US/["/θruː/"]/

Meaning of Through

from one end or side of something/somebody to the other

In simple words: In one side and out the other.

Through in a sentence

  • We walked through the park in the evening.
  • She looked through the window to see the rain.
  • The train goes through the tunnel quickly.
  • He read the book through to the end.
  • They talked through their plans for the weekend.

How to use Through

Use 'through' to indicate movement from one side to another. Common with tunnels, paths, and processes. Avoid using it for non-physical experiences.

Grammar pattern

through + object

Memory hint

Think of 'through' as a train going through a tunnel—moving from one side to the other.

Related words

Collocations with Through

  • go through
  • pass through
  • look through
  • see through
  • read through

Synonyms for Through

Opposites of Through

Common mistakes with Through

  • Confused with 'threw' (the past tense of throw).
  • Using 'through' instead of 'to' in directions.
  • Saying 'pass through' when 'pass by' is more appropriate.

Compare Through with Via, Along, Throughout, Across

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Frequently asked questions about Through

What does Through mean?

In one side and out the other.

What is the definition of Through?

from one end or side of something/somebody to the other

How do you use Through in a sentence?

We walked through the park in the evening.

Can you give another example of Through?

She looked through the window to see the rain.

What are synonyms for Through?

Common alternatives include via, along, throughout, across.

What is the opposite of Through?

Opposite meanings include around, stopping.

What words go with Through?

It commonly pairs with go through, pass through, look through, see through, read through.

What are common mistakes when using Through?

Confused with 'threw' (the past tense of throw). Using 'through' instead of 'to' in directions. Saying 'pass through' when 'pass by' is more appropriate.

How do you pronounce Through?

US: /["/θruː/"]/, UK: /["/θruː/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Through?

Use 'through' to indicate movement from one side to another. Common with tunnels, paths, and processes. Avoid using it for non-physical experiences.

What CEFR level is Through?

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