VocabJLPT N3
progress
NounSuru VerbIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. moving forward (e.g. of a vehicle)
  2. 2. onward movement
  3. 3. progress (of work, activities, etc.)
  4. 4. progression (of a disease, global warming, etc.)
This noun refers to the act of moving forward or advancing, often used to describe the progress of events, projects, or situations. It can also describe something that is currently underway, such as a meeting or a disease spreading. You might hear it used with verbs like する or 中 to mean "in progress."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Are you really going to keep moving forward like that?" my coworker frowned.

Sentence 2

A staff member was shouting, "Move forward one car at a time!"

Sentence 3

When that light turns green, please proceed slowly.

Sentence 4

In the fog, the line of cars crept forward, headlights swaying.

Sentence 5

"Yeah, no changes — let's move forward," he said without hesitation.