Ferther vs. Further — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on September 15, 2023
"Ferther" is an incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "further," meaning additional extent, degree, or progression.
Which is correct: Ferther or Further
How to spell Further?
Ferther
Incorrect Spelling
Further
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Ferther and Further
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Key Differences
Visualize the word “fur” extending further in length.
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Remember the phrase “go further” to solidify the spelling in mind.
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Recall that "further" is more than "far" – both have the "u."
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Associate "further" with "future" which also has a "u."
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Think of "fur" as the start of "further."
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Definitions
Further
Further means at or to a greater distance or degree.
They traveled further north.
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Further
Further can denote helping advance or progress something.
Research that furthers our understanding.
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Further
Further also means to a more advanced level.
This will take our plans further.
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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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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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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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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
Further implies in addition to what already exists or has been mentioned.
He provided further evidence.
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Further
Further signifies more extended or profound.
For further information, read the manual.
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FAQs
Why is it called further?
Derived from Old English "furðor," it denotes progression or extension in degree or distance.
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What is the verb form of further?
"Further" itself can be a verb, as in "to further one's interests."
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Which vowel is used before further?
The indefinite article "a" is used before "further" (a further distance).
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Which preposition is used with further?
"From" as in "further from the truth."
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Which conjunction is used with further?
Any conjunction can be used with "further" depending on the sentence's context.
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Is further a noun or adjective?
"Further" can be both an adjective and a noun, but is most commonly an adjective or adverb.
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Which article is used with further?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on the context.
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What is the plural form of further?
"Further" doesn't have a traditional plural form as it's mostly used as an adverb or adjective.
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Is the further term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but it can be used metaphorically in some contexts.
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Is further an abstract noun?
It can be, especially when referring to "the further" as a distant place.
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Is further a negative or positive word?
Neutral, but context can influence its connotation.
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What part of speech is further?
It can be an adjective, adverb, verb, or noun.
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What is the second form of further?
Again, not traditionally a verb. But in its verb form, it's "furthered."
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Is further a countable noun?
When used as a noun (less common), it's uncountable.
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Is further a vowel or consonant?
"Further" is a word, not a single letter. It contains both vowels and consonants.
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How is further used in a sentence?
"To improve her skills, she decided to take further training."
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Which determiner is used with further?
"This" or "that" can be used, depending on context (e.g., this further point, that further instance).
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What is the first form of further?
Not applicable as "further" isn't traditionally considered a verb. However, when used as a verb, it remains "further."
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
