Farther vs Further

Quick Tip: Remember: Farther refers to physical distance (how far). Further refers to metaphorical distance or additional (further discussion, further information).

Farther

adverb

at, to, or by a greater distance

Examples:
  • The store is farther than I thought.
  • We walked farther into the forest.
  • Can you throw the ball farther?
adjective

more distant in space

Examples:
  • The farther shore was barely visible.
  • We need to travel to the farther end of the island.

Further

adverb

at, to, or by a greater distance (can be used interchangeably with farther for physical distance)

Examples:
  • We need to investigate this matter further.
  • The discussion went further than expected.
  • I cannot go any further with this project.
adverb

to a greater extent; more

Examples:
  • We need to discuss this further.
  • Further research is needed on this topic.
  • I have nothing further to add.
adjective

additional; more

Examples:
  • Do you have any further questions?
  • We need further information before proceeding.
  • There will be further delays.
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