Transferring: meaning, definitions and examples

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transferring

[ˈtrænsfərɪŋ ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

money

The action or process of transferring something from one place to another.

Synonyms

moving, relocating, shifting.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
transferring	Use when talking about moving something from one place to another, especially data, money, or responsibilities. She is transferring files to the new computer. They are transferring the funds to my bank account.
moving	Use when describing the action of changing the position of objects, people, or even events to a different place. We are moving to a new house next month. They were moving the furniture to the other room.
shifting	Use when talking about changing the position of something slightly, or changing one's focus or attitude. Often implies a change in perception or priorities. She kept shifting in her seat during the meeting. The company is shifting its focus to digital marketing.
relocating	Use when referring to changing one's place of residence or business, implying a more permanent change. He is relocating to another city for his new job. The company is relocating its headquarters to a bigger building.

Examples of usage

The transferring of funds between accounts.
She completed the transferring of ownership of the property.
The transferring of data from one device to another.

^{Context #2 | Verb}

transport

Move from one place to another.

Synonyms

move, relocate, shift.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
transferring	Use when talking about moving something or someone from one place to another, often in a formal or official context like within a company, school, or bank. She is transferring to another department He made a bank transfer yesterday
move	Use in general contexts when changing position, location, or state. It is the most versatile and common word for changes in physical location, residence, or office. They decided to move to a new city Please move the chair closer to the table
shift	Use when talking about moving something slightly or changing something in a non-drastic way. Often used in workplace settings or to indicate a minor adjustment. Can you shift the meeting to 3 PM? She shifted her position in the chair
relocate	Use in formal or professional contexts to describe moving to a new place to live or work, especially when the change is long-term or permanent. The company is relocating its headquarters They had to relocate after the fire

Examples of usage

They are transferring the goods to the warehouse.
She transferred the files to her colleague's computer.
We will need to transfer the patients to the nearest hospital.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'transferre', which means 'to carry across'.
It combines 'trans' (across) and 'ferre' (to carry), emphasizing movement and change.
It first appeared in Middle English in the 15th century, indicating its long-standing use.

Technology

In the digital world, transferring data means moving files between computers or devices.
Technologies like cloud storage have made transferring information faster and more accessible for everyone.
USB drives play a significant role in transferring physical data between devices without the internet.

Education

In education, transferring refers to moving credits from one school to another, allowing students to continue their studies.
It can also mean applying knowledge learned in one subject to understand another, enhancing learning.
Transferring skills, such as teamwork from sports to group projects, shows the practical side of transfer in life.

Psychology

Transference occurs in therapy, where patients project feelings from past relationships onto their therapist.
This psychological concept helps therapists understand a client’s emotional history.
Recognizing transference can help in building better therapeutic relationships and healing.

Pop Culture

In movies and TV, transferring often appears as characters move between worlds or dimensions, adding excitement to the plot.
The concept of transferring memories or consciousness has been a popular theme in sci-fi genres, such as in 'Inception'.
Many video games involve transferring characters or items, giving players a sense of progression and connection.

Translations

Translations of the word "transferring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transferindo

🇮🇳 स्थानांतरित करना

🇩🇪 übertragen

🇮🇩 mentransfer

🇺🇦 переведення

🇵🇱 przenoszenie

🇯🇵 転送

🇫🇷 transfert

🇪🇸 transferir

🇹🇷 aktarma

🇰🇷 전송

🇸🇦 نقل

🇨🇿 přenos

🇸🇰 prenos

🇨🇳 转移

🇸🇮 prenos

🇮🇸 flutningur

🇰🇿 тасымалдау

🇬🇪 გადაცემა

🇦🇿 köçürmə

🇲🇽 transferir

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,799 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.

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