Lists
Learning language
Translation language
verb · A1 · very often · UK/US

follow

follow

Meaning of follow

English

to copy or act according to an example, rule or custom

Русский

идти за чем-то или кем-то, брать за образец

follow

Pronunciation

British English
/ˈfɒləʊ/
American English
/ˈfɑloʊ/

follow with Russian translation

Сочетания и примеры со словом follow

Типичные сочетания сгруппированы по смыслу. Зелёные слова можно открыть отдельно, чтобы продолжить изучение.

10 сочетаний

Идти за кем-то и по пути

Going after someone or along a route
follow me
иди за мной

Follow me through this gate to the garden.

Иди за мной через эту калитку в сад.

follow the signs
идти по указателям

We followed the signs and reached the campground before dark.

Мы шли по указателям и добрались до кемпинга засветло.

  • follow a pathидти по тропинке

Инструкции и порядок

Instructions and order
follow the instructions
следовать инструкциям

Follow the instructions on the box when assembling the shelf.

При сборке полки следуй инструкциям на коробке.

as follows
следующим образом

We'll split the chores as follows: I cook, you clean.

Мы распределим дела следующим образом: я готовлю, ты убираешь.

  • followed byза которым следует

Правила, советы и пример

Rules, advice and example
follow the rules
соблюдать правила

Everyone at the pool has to follow the rules.

Все в бассейне должны соблюдать правила.

follow suit
последовать примеру

When one neighbor plants tulips, the whole street follows suit.

Стоит одному соседу посадить тюльпаны, как вся улица следует примеру.

  • follow someone's adviceпоследовать чьему-то совету
  • follow in someone's footstepsпойти по чьим-то стопам

follow usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇷🇺Russian

I follow local customs.

Я следую местным обычаям.

🇬🇧English→🇷🇺Russian

We follow the rules at school.

В школе мы следуем правилам.

follow synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between follow, observe, stick to, obey, abide by, adhere to, respect, and keep to

🇬🇧English

More formal: to keep customs, traditions or holidays.

B1often

ENPlease observe the safety rules in the lab.

S
🇬🇧English
stick to

Informal: to keep to a plan or rules.

B1often

ENLet's stick to the plan.

O
🇬🇧English
obey

To do what an order, law or authority says; not for customs.

A1often

ENChildren should obey their parents.

A
🇬🇧English
abide by

Formal: to accept and act on laws, rules or decisions.

B2rare word

ENAll parties must abide by the contract.

A
🇬🇧English
adhere to

Formal: to stick to principles or rules.

B2rare word

ENThe company adheres to strict safety standards.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

To show regard for customs and not break them.

A2very often

ENTourists should respect local traditions.

K
🇬🇧English
keep to

To stay on a route, schedule or rule; more British.

B1often

ENTry to keep to the schedule.

C
🇬🇧English
comply with

Formal: to meet requirements or laws; not for customs.

B2rare word

ENCompanies must comply with data protection laws.

C
🇬🇧English
conform to

To match social norms or standards.

B2rare word

ENProducts must conform to safety regulations.

Learn by topic

follow belongs to the topic "Fashion and Trends →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.

Related words and lists for follow

Questions about this word

What does follow mean?

to copy or act according to an example, rule or custom

How do you pronounce follow?

follow is pronounced [ˈfɒləʊ].

How is follow used in a sentence?

Я следую местным обычаям. Translation: I follow local customs.

Is follow part of Fashion and Trends vocabulary?

Yes, follow can be learned in the Fashion and Trends topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is follow part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?

Yes, follow can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn follow in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.

Your cookie choice

We use necessary cookies to operate the site. Analytics and marketing technologies are enabled only with your permission. Cookies Policy