Word: Pass Along
Definition:
"Pass along" is a verb phrase that means to share or transmit information or a message from one person to another. It can also mean to share something good or positive with others.
Usage Instructions:
You can use "pass along" when you want someone to share information, news, or a message with others. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts.
Examples:
1. "Please pass along the meeting details to your team." 2. "I heard some great news, and I want to pass it along to everyone!"
Advanced Usage:
In more advanced contexts, "pass along" can be used in discussions about communication networks or in professional environments where information needs to flow efficiently between departments or individuals.
Word Variants:
- There are no direct variants of "pass along," but it can be used in different tenses: - Past: "passed along" - Present continuous: "passing along"
Different Meanings:
While "pass along" primarily refers to sharing information, it can also imply that something physical (like an object) is being given to someone else, though this usage is less common.
Synonyms:
- Relay - Forward - Transmit - Share - Communicate
Idioms and Related Phrasal Verbs:
"Pass along" itself is a phrasal verb, which means it consists of a verb ("pass") and a particle ("along"). Other related phrases include: - "Pass on" - This can mean to give information or to decline something (e.g., "I will pass on the offer.") - "Pass down" - This means to give something to a younger generation (e.g., "She passed down her family recipes.")
Additional Notes:
When using "pass along," it is often helpful to specify what information you want shared.