Futher vs. Further: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 14, 2023
Futher is the incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is Further, meaning to a greater distance or degree.
Which is correct: Futher or Further
How to spell Further?
Futher is Incorrect
Further is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember "Further" contains the word "her" inside it.
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Oct 13, 2023
Think of "fur" as the start, like the fur on animals.
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"Further" has the same number of letters as "greater," which is similar in meaning.
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Double-check for the "r" after the initial "fu."
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Oct 13, 2023
Repetition and practice can help cement the correct spelling.
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Oct 13, 2023
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Futher and Further Definitions
Further
Moreover; in addition.
Further, it's important to consider all factors.
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Sep 14, 2023
Further
More distant in degree, time, or space
A result that was further from our expectations than last time.
The further lamppost.
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Sep 13, 2023
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Further
To a greater extent; more
Considered further the consequences of her actions.
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Further
In addition; furthermore
He stated further that he would not cooperate with the committee.
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Further
At or to a more distant or advanced point
Went only three miles further.
Reading five pages further tonight. See Usage Note at farther.
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Sep 13, 2023
Further
(transitive) To encourage growth; to support progress or growth of something; to promote.
Further the economy.
To further the peace process
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Further
(comparative form of far) More distant; relatively distant.
See those two lampposts? Run to the further one.
He was standing at the further end of the corridor.
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Further
(comparative form of far) To, at or over a greater distance in space, time or other extent.
I can run further than you.
I live a little further out of town.
How was your company doing ten years further back?
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Sep 13, 2023
Further
(comparative form of far) To a greater extent or degree.
Of the two civilisations, this one was further advanced.
I do not propose to discuss it any further. - Please, let me explain just a little further.
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Further
Beyond what is already stated or is already the case.
Chapter 10 further explains the ideas introduced in Chapter 9.
Don't confuse things further.
Further, affiant sayeth naught. (A formal statement ending a deposition or affidavit, immediately preceding the affiant's signature.)
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Further
(conjunctive) Also; in addition; furthermore; moreover.
It is overlong, and further, it makes no sense.
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Further
(in the phrase 'further to') Following on (from).
Further to our recent telephone call, I am writing to clarify certain points raised.
This example is further to the one on page 17.
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Further
To a greater distance; in addition; moreover. See Farther.
Carries us, I know not how much further, into familiar company.
They sdvanced us far as Eleusis and Thria; but no further.
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Further
More remote; at a greater distance; more in advance; farther; as, the further end of the field. See Farther.
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Further
Beyond; additional; as, a further reason for this opinion; nothing further to suggest.
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Further
To help forward; to promote; to advance; to forward; to help or assist.
This binds thee, then, to further my design.
I should nothing further the weal public.
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Further
Contribute to the progress or growth of;
I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
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Further
Existing or coming by way of addition;
An additional problem
Further information
There will be further delays
Took more time
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Further
More distant in especially degree;
Nothing could be further from the truth
Further from our expectations
Farther from the truth
Farther from our expectations
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Further
To or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (`further' is used more often than `farther' in this abstract sense);
Further complicated by uncertainty about the future
Let's not discuss it further
Nothing could be further from the truth
They are further along in their research than we expected
The application of the law was extended farther
He is going no farther in his studies
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Further
In addition or furthermore;
If we further suppose
Stated further that he would not cooperate with them
They are definitely coming; further, they should be here already
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Further
To or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense);
Farther north
Moved farther away
Farther down the corridor
The practice may go back still farther to the Druids
Went only three miles further
Further in the future
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Further
At, to, or by a greater distance or extent.
He lives further down the road.
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Sep 14, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Further?
The term "Further" originates from Old English "furðra," meaning "to a greater distance or degree."
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Oct 13, 2023
Which preposition is used with Further?
"From" can be used, as in "further from the truth."
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Oct 13, 2023
What is the plural form of Further?
Typically, "Further" doesn't have a plural form, but in some contexts, "furthers" might be used.
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Oct 13, 2023
Is Further an abstract noun?
Generally, no, but can be considered abstract in contexts like "Without further ado."
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What is the verb form of Further?
The verb form is "further" (e.g., "She furthered her education").
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Is Further a negative or positive word?
Neutral; its connotation depends on context.
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Oct 13, 2023
Is Further a vowel or consonant?
"Further" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
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Is the Further term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but can be used metaphorically.
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Oct 13, 2023
What is the second form of Further?
As a verb, the past tense is "furthered."
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Oct 13, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Further?
The first syllable, "fur", is stressed.
Harlon Moss
Oct 13, 2023
Which determiner is used with Further?
"This" or "that" can be used, depending on context.
Janet White
Oct 13, 2023
How is Further used in a sentence?
"We need to investigate this topic further."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 13, 2023
Which article is used with Further?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on context.
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What part of speech is Further?
"Further" can be an adjective, adverb, or verb.
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Oct 13, 2023
Is Further a noun or adjective?
"Further" can be both an adjective and an adverb.
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Oct 13, 2023
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
