Backward and forward
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British pronunciation/bˈakwəd and fˈɔːwəd/
American pronunciation/bˈækwɚd ænd fˈoːɹwɚd/

Definición y Significado de "backward and forward"

backward and forward
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de arriba a abajo, de cabo a rabo

in a manner that includes all necessary parts, elements, or aspects of something
backward and forward definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "backward and forward" and when to use it?

The idiom "backward and forward" is an extension of the idiom "know something back to front." In this case, it emphasizes a more comprehensive understanding by suggesting that one knows every aspect of the subject so well that they can navigate it as easily backward as they can forward. This expression is used to describe an in-depth and complete understanding of a subject, task, or situation. It implies that the person is so familiar with it that they can handle it effortlessly, both forwards and backwards. It can be applied in various contexts, such as work, hobbies, or expertise in a particular area.

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After years of studying the language, she understands French literature backward and forward.
Después de años de estudiar el idioma, ella entiende la literatura francesa de arriba a abajo, de cabo a rabo.
He is familiar with the financial market backwards and forwards, so he can predict trends accurately.
Él conoce el mercado financiero de arriba a abajo, de cabo a rabo, así que puede predecir las tendencias con precisión.
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de ida y vuelta, hacia adelante y hacia atrás

moving from one place to another and back again
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