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thither

 

[ ˈθɪðər ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

directional term

Thither is an archaic term meaning 'to that place' or 'towards there.' It is rarely used in modern English but can be found in historical texts or poetry.

Synonyms

there, to that place, to there

Examples of usage

  • He wandered thither in search of adventure.
  • The travelers journeyed thither to witness the ceremony.
  • She pointed thither, indicating where the treasure was buried.

Translations

Translations of the word "thither" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lá

🇮🇳 वहाँ

🇩🇪 dorthin

🇮🇩 ke sana

🇺🇦 туди

🇵🇱 tam

🇯🇵 あちらへ

🇫🇷 là-bas

🇪🇸 allí

🇹🇷 oraya

🇰🇷 저기

🇸🇦 هناك

🇨🇿 tam

🇸🇰 tam

🇨🇳 那里

🇸🇮 tja

🇮🇸 þangað

🇰🇿 сол жер

🇬🇪 იქ

🇦🇿 oraya

🇲🇽 allí

Etymology

The word 'thither' originates from Old English 'ðyder,' which means 'to there' or 'toward that place.' This term has Germanic roots and is related to similar terms in other Indo-European languages. Its use has diminished with the evolution of the English language, as simpler alternatives like 'there' became more prevalent. Thither was commonly employed in literature and speech, especially during medieval and early modern periods, but is now considered archaic or poetic. It reflects historical nuances in the language's development and showcases how English has transformed over the centuries, adopting more straightforward terms for directional indication.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,383 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.