Translation guide
The English word 'further' has several distinct uses: as an adverb meaning 'more' or 'to a greater degree', as an adverb meaning 'in addition' or 'moreover', as an adjective meaning 'additional' or 'more', and as a verb meaning 'to promote' or 'advance'. This guide covers these meanings with natural Japanese equivalents.
Expressing that something happens more, or to a greater extent, often with comparatives or verbs.
The most common and versatile way to say 'further' meaning 'more'. Used with adjectives, adverbs, and verbs.
Please explain further (in more detail).
Means 'further', 'even more', or 'still more'. Often used in formal or written contexts, or when emphasizing an increase beyond what was expected.
Used before adjectives to mean 'further' or 'more', similar to the English comparative '-er'. Often seen in written language.
Adding more information or points, often at the beginning of a sentence or clause.
Used to add information, similar to 'furthermore' or 'in addition'. Common in both spoken and written Japanese.
Describing something extra or supplementary, often before a noun.
The most direct adjective meaning 'further' or 'additional'. Used in formal and written contexts.
To help the progress or development of something.
Means 'to promote' or 'to accelerate'. Used for furthering goals, growth, or processes.
もっと is the most common and versatile word for 'more' or 'further' in everyday speech. さらに is often used in formal or written contexts and can also mean 'furthermore'. When adding information, さらに is more formal than また.
Study more (further).
For further information, please contact us.
I want to go further (farther).
Further effort is needed.
The problem became further complicated.
We are looking for a further (better) solution.
Further, let's discuss the new plan.
Means 'also' or 'in addition'. Less formal than さらに, often used in casual conversation.
Further, if you have questions, please ask.
Literally 'on top of that', used to add another point, often with a nuance of 'what's more' or 'besides'. Slightly formal.
He is excellent, and further, he is hardworking.
Further information is needed.
We expect further development.
Means 'additional' or 'extra'. Commonly used in business or technical contexts.
I will send further (additional) materials.
Can be used before nouns in casual speech to mean 'more' or 'further', though it's less formal than さらなる.
I need further (more) time.
Policies to further economic growth.
Means 'to propel' or 'to drive forward'. Often used for furthering plans, projects, or reforms.
To further reforms.
A general verb meaning 'to advance' or 'to move forward'. Can be used for furthering work or discussions.
Let's further the discussion.
It is necessary to continue further research.
The English word 'further' is sometimes transcribed as ファーザー, but this is only used in very specific contexts like brand names or as a loanword in technical fields. It is not a natural translation for general use.
We need to discuss this further.