Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Forge”
To create or build something through hard work and effort. Also means to illegally make fake copies of something like documents or money.
Word Family of Forge
What is the noun of forge? — forge (blacksmith's furnace)
What is the verb of forge? — forge
What is the adjective of forge? — forged
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The two countries forged a strong alliance after decades of conflict. C1
- He forged his mother's signature on the cheque to commit fraud. C1
- The team forged ahead despite facing significant obstacles and setbacks. C1
Origin and Word Formation of Forge
From Old French 'forger' (to fashion, beat out metal). Related to 'forge' as a blacksmith's furnace. Evolved to mean 'create' broadly, and separately 'fake/counterfeit'.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Forge
Wrong: The document was forge by him.
Correct: The document was forged by him.
Past participle in passive voice is 'forged', not 'forge'.
Wrong: She is forge new partnerships.
Correct: She is forging new partnerships.
Present continuous needs the -ing form 'forging', not 'forge'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Forge
What are the word forms of “forge”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “forge”?
“forge” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “forge” come from?
From Old French 'forger' (to fashion, beat out metal). Related to 'forge' as a blacksmith's furnace. Evolved to mean 'create' broadly, and separately 'fake/counterfeit'.