Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Return”
To go back somewhere you were before. To come home or to a previous location.
Word Family of Return
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I return home every evening at six. A1
- She returned from vacation yesterday. A1
- The diplomat will return to the capital next week to resume negotiations. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Return
From Old French 'retourner'. In English since 1200s.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Return
What are the word forms of “return”?
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 “return”?
“return” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “return” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “return” come from?
From Old French 'retourner'. In English since 1200s.