進む
susumuverb★Beginner
general
To move forward physically or make progress in a task or situation.
列車が駅に進む。
The train approaches the station.
プロジェクトが順調に進んでいる。
The project is progressing smoothly.
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Can refer to physical movement or abstract progress.
formal
To be promoted or advance in rank or position.
彼は会社で出世して進んだ。
He was promoted and advanced in the company.
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Often used in formal or professional contexts.
Collocations
順調に進むto progress smoothly着実に進むto make steady progress
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進むべき道phrase
the path one should take
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use '進む' for both physical movement and abstract progress.
⚡Gold Rule
Context Matters
Determine whether the context is physical or abstract to choose the right translation.
📖Word Origin
From Middle Japanese 'すすむ' (susumu), meaning to advance or proceed.
📝Usage Notes
Often used with adverbs like '順調に' (smoothly) or '着実に' (steadily) to describe progress.
Word Breakdown
進
advance, progress
rootむ
verb ending indicating action
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