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Backwards

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Meanings of Backwards

Adjective

  • Facing or pointing to the back.
  • Going in the opposite direction.
  • Not up to date or modern.
  • Not very good at learning new things.

Explanation of the word: Backwards

Backwards means moving in the opposite direction. If you say a word backwards, you say it from the end to the beginning.

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Translations for the word: Backwards

hindi
पीछे (Peeche)

pee-che

उल्टा (Ulta)

ul-ta

पीछे (Peeche)

pee-che

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Backwards

What does 'backwards' mean?
The word 'backwards' means to move or look in the direction behind you, or to do something in the opposite order.
How do you pronounce 'backwards'?
You pronounce 'backwards' like this: 'bak-wurdz'.
What is the origin of the word 'backwards'?
The word 'backwards' comes from the Old English word 'bæcweard', which means 'toward the back'.
What is the meaning of 'backwards' in Hindi?
The word 'backwards' in Hindi is 'पीछे' (Pīchē).