Synonyms for

Transfer

Verb / træˈnsfɜ: / / ˈtrænsfɜ: / Another word for transfer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To move from one place to another; to give or pass something from one person to another

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Antonyms

Common collocations

  • transfer funds
  • transfer ownership
  • transfer data
  • transfer skills
  • transfer student
  • transfer call
  • transfer duty

Word family

adjective transferable

Usage note

Can refer to moving something physically, digitally, or abstractly like money or ownership. Be mindful of context to choose the most precise synonym.

Example sentences

  1. I need to transfer to a new school next year.
  2. Can you help me transfer these boxes to the other room?
  3. I will transfer ownership of the house to my son.
  4. The company will transfer the employee to a new department.
  5. He asked to transfer the call to his supervisor.

Quotes

  • Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream. - Marlon Wayans
  • Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever. - Peter Hagerty
  • We think that immediate success is the norm now. But it's important to be reminded that the journey is what matters in the end. - Barack Obama

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