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B1 Adjective / Present Participle #29 پرکاربردترین 12 دقیقه مطالعه

trailing

To follow behind someone or something, or to be losing in a game or competition. It also describes something that hangs or grows along the ground or over the edge of a container.

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At the A1 level, 'trailing' is a word you might use to describe a simple physical action. Think of a small dog following its owner. The dog is 'trailing' behind. It means to follow someone or something. You can imagine a line of people, and the person at the very end is trailing. It is a very visual word. You might see it in stories about animals or families walking together. It helps you describe where someone is in a group. If you are at the front, you are leading. If you are at the back, you are trailing. It is a simple way to talk about position and movement. You don't need to worry about the complex meanings yet. Just think of it as 'walking behind'.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'trailing' to talk about more than just walking. You might use it to describe things that hang down. For example, 'The plant has trailing leaves.' This means the leaves grow long and fall toward the floor. You can also use it in simple sports contexts. If your favorite team is losing by one goal, you can say they are 'trailing'. This is a very common way to talk about scores. It is more specific than just saying 'losing'. It shows that the game is still happening and the team is behind right now. You might also hear it in descriptions of clothes, like a long dress 'trailing' on the floor. It describes the movement of the fabric.

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At the B1 level, 'trailing' becomes a useful word for describing trends and more complex situations. You will often hear it in news reports about elections or competitions. 'The candidate is trailing in the polls' means they have fewer supporters than the other person at this moment. You also learn phrasal verbs like 'trailing off'. This is when someone stops talking slowly because they are unsure. For example, 'He started to explain, but his voice trailed off.' This adds more emotion and detail to your descriptions of people. You can also use it to describe scents or sounds that linger behind. It is a word that helps you connect the physical world with abstract ideas like time and competition.

At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using 'trailing' in professional and technical contexts. In business, you might discuss 'trailing indicators'—these are signs that confirm a trend after it has already started, like unemployment rates. You can use it to describe the 'trailing edge' of a wing in a discussion about science or technology. The word implies a relationship between the front and the back of a process. You might also use it in more sophisticated writing to create atmosphere. 'The comet left a trailing tail of light' sounds much better than 'The comet had a long tail'. It describes the action and the appearance at the same time. You understand that 'trailing' can be an adjective that gives a lot of information about the noun it follows.

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At the C1 level, 'trailing' is used with precision in academic and financial discussions. You will use it to talk about 'trailing twelve months' (TTM) data, which is essential for analyzing company performance. You understand the nuance of 'trailing' versus 'lagging' in economic theory. In literature, you might analyze how a 'trailing' sentence structure reflects a character's state of mind. You can use the word to describe complex physical phenomena, like the 'trailing vortices' behind an aircraft. Your vocabulary is rich enough to use 'trailing' to describe subtle social cues, such as a 'trailing glance' or a 'trailing influence' that affects a situation long after the cause has moved on. You use the word to show the lasting impact of an action.

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At the C2 level, you master the most subtle and idiomatic uses of 'trailing'. You can use it in highly specialized fields like typography (trailing spaces), mathematics (trailing zeros), and advanced fluid dynamics. You understand how 'trailing' functions in complex metaphors about history and legacy. For example, 'The trailing shadows of the past continue to haunt the present administration.' Here, 'trailing' suggests something that cannot be shaken off and follows inevitably. You can manipulate the word to fit very specific registers, from the highly technical to the deeply poetic. You recognize that 'trailing' is not just about being behind; it is about the continuity and the connection between what came before and what follows after.

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trailing در ۳۰ ثانیه

Trailing describes the act of following behind or being at the rear of a group, often implying a slower pace or a deficit in position.
In a competitive context, it specifically means losing or having a lower score than an opponent at a particular moment in time.
Botanically, it refers to plants with long, flexible stems that grow along the ground or cascade downwards from a container or height.
Technically, it refers to data, characters, or physical parts located at the end or rear of a sequence, such as trailing zeros or wings.

The word trailing is a versatile term that functions as both a present participle and an adjective. At its core, it describes the act of following behind or being at the back of a moving group. However, its application spans across various domains including sports, botany, technology, and economics. In a physical sense, if you are trailing someone, you are walking or moving behind them, often at a slower pace or because they are leading the way. This can imply a sense of being led, or perhaps a lack of speed compared to the leader.

Physical Movement: To move behind someone or something, often because you are slower or following their lead. For example, a child trailing behind their parents in a busy mall.
Competitive Context: To be losing in a game, race, or election. If a team is trailing 2-0, they have fewer points than their opponents and are currently in a position of defeat.
Botanical Description: Plants that grow along the ground or hang down from a pot are described as trailing. This refers to the long, flexible stems that cascade downwards.

The hikers were exhausted, with the youngest member of the group trailing several meters behind the rest.

In the world of finance and data, 'trailing' refers to a period of time immediately preceding the present. A 'trailing twelve months' (TTM) report looks at the data from the past year up to today. This usage is crucial for analysts who want to see the most recent trends rather than just fixed calendar years. Similarly, in typography and computing, 'trailing spaces' are characters at the very end of a string of text that are often invisible but can cause errors in code. The word carries a nuance of being an 'afterthought' or a 'remainder' in these technical contexts.

After the first half, the home team found themselves trailing by fifteen points, necessitating a massive comeback strategy.

Culturally, 'trailing' can also describe a manner of speaking. 'Trailing off' occurs when someone starts a sentence but gradually becomes quieter and stops before finishing, usually due to a loss of confidence, distraction, or realization. This creates a specific social dynamic of uncertainty or awkwardness. Whether it is a physical trail left by a slug or the trailing edge of an airplane wing, the word consistently points to the rear portion of an object or the status of being behind in a sequence.

The ivy was trailing beautifully from the balcony, reaching down toward the garden below.

Data Management: Trailing zeros in mathematics are the zeros that appear at the end of a number. While they may not change the value of an integer, they are vital for indicating precision in decimals.

Her voice began trailing off as she realized no one in the room was actually listening to her presentation.

The company's trailing earnings for the last quarter were much higher than analysts had originally predicted.

Using 'trailing' correctly requires understanding whether you are using it as a verb (the action of following) or an adjective (describing the position). When used as a verb in the present continuous, it often describes an ongoing state of being behind. For instance, 'The runner is trailing the leader by fifty meters.' Here, it shows a dynamic relationship in a race. As an adjective, it modifies a noun to show its position or nature, such as 'trailing plants' or 'trailing edges'.

As a Participle: Used with 'be' verbs to show current status. Example: 'We are trailing the competition in terms of innovation.'
As an Adjective: Placed before a noun to describe its characteristic. Example: 'The trailing car in the convoy had a flat tire.'

The bride walked down the aisle with a long, trailing veil that caught the light of the stained glass windows.

In business and financial reporting, 'trailing' is almost exclusively an adjective. You will hear phrases like 'trailing price-to-earnings ratio' or 'trailing revenue'. In these cases, it implies looking backward from the current moment. It is a very formal and precise way to define a time window. If you say 'trailing 30 days', you mean the 30 days that ended today, not a calendar month like January or February. This distinction is vital for accurate reporting and performance measurement.

The detective noticed a trailing scent of expensive perfume in the hallway, suggesting the suspect had just left.

When describing movement, 'trailing' often implies a lack of effort or a physical dragging. 'He was trailing his coat on the ground' suggests a lack of care or extreme fatigue. In contrast, 'trailing a suspect' is a professional term used by law enforcement to mean following someone discreetly. The context of the sentence will dictate whether the word implies a negative (losing, dragging) or a neutral/functional (following, botanical) meaning.

Despite trailing for most of the race, the Kenyan runner made a spectacular sprint in the final lap to win gold.

Phrasal Usage: 'Trailing off' is a common phrasal verb used to describe a voice fading away. 'Trailing behind' is used for physical distance.

The comet left a trailing path of cosmic dust and ice that was visible through even small telescopes.

The politician is currently trailing in the polls, but her campaign manager remains optimistic about the rural vote.

You will encounter 'trailing' in several specific environments. The most common is likely sports broadcasting. Commentators use it constantly to describe the score. 'The Lakers are trailing by 5 with two minutes left on the clock.' This usage is high-energy and creates tension for the listener. It emphasizes the gap that needs to be closed for a victory. If you watch football, basketball, or even esports, 'trailing' is a fundamental part of the vocabulary used to describe the flow of the game.

Sports Commentary: Used to indicate the score deficit. It is more formal than saying 'losing' and focuses on the distance between the two competitors.
Financial News: Used in phrases like 'trailing P/E ratio' or 'trailing returns' on networks like CNBC or Bloomberg to discuss stock performance.

'The defending champion is trailing the newcomer by three seconds as they enter the final turn of the race!'

Another major area is gardening and interior design. When you visit a nursery or read a home decor blog, you will see 'trailing plants' recommended for hanging baskets or shelves. Plants like Pothos, String of Pearls, or Ivy are celebrated for their trailing nature. Here, the word has a positive, aesthetic connotation, suggesting grace and natural beauty. It describes the way the foliage flows over the edges of containers, creating a 'waterfall' effect of green.

For a lush look on your bookshelf, consider a trailing variety of philodendron that can drape down several feet.

In professional settings, specifically in data science and programming, 'trailing' is a technical term. You will hear developers talk about 'trailing whitespace' or 'trailing slashes' in URLs. These are the characters at the end of a string. While they seem insignificant, they are a common source of bugs in web development. In mathematics, 'trailing zeros' are the zeros at the end of a decimal or integer, often discussed in the context of significant figures and precision.

Please ensure that your code removes any trailing spaces from the user's input before saving it to the database.

Aviation and Physics: Engineers discuss the 'trailing edge' of an airfoil to analyze lift and drag. This is the part of the wing where the air flows back together.

The jet left a long trailing vapor cloud across the clear blue sky, known as a contrail.

The economic recovery is trailing the initial projections, leading to concerns about a double-dip recession.

One of the most frequent mistakes learners make is confusing 'trailing' with 'trialing'. While they look similar, 'trialing' comes from 'trial' and means to test something out (e.g., 'We are trialing a new software'). 'Trailing' means following behind. Using the wrong one can completely change the meaning of a sentence, especially in a business context where you might be 'trailing' a competitor (losing to them) versus 'trialing' a competitor's product (testing it).

Trailing vs. Trialing: 'Trailing' is following; 'Trialing' is testing. Remember: 'Trailing' has one 'i' and refers to a 'trail' left behind.
Trailing vs. Tracking: 'Tracking' is the active process of searching for or monitoring something. 'Trailing' is simply being behind it. You track a predator; you trail behind a leader.

Incorrect: We are trailing the new medicine on patients. (Should be 'trialing')

Another mistake involves the preposition used with 'trailing' in a competitive sense. Many people say 'trailing to' when they should say 'trailing by'. If you are behind by 10 points, you are 'trailing by 10'. If you are behind the leader, you are 'trailing the leader'. Avoid saying 'trailing from' unless you are talking about a physical object hanging from a height. Misusing these prepositions can make your English sound unnatural to native speakers.

Incorrect: The team is trailing from five points. (Correct: trailing by five points)

In writing, people often forget that 'trailing' can be an adjective that requires a noun. For example, saying 'The plant is trailing' is a complete sentence (verb), but 'The trailing plant' is a noun phrase. Confusing these can lead to sentence fragments. Also, be careful with 'trailing' in technical writing. If you mention 'trailing zeros', ensure you aren't actually referring to 'leading zeros' (the ones at the start of a number), as they have opposite meanings and impacts on data.

Incorrect: The trailing of the smoke was visible. (Better: The trail of smoke was visible - use the noun 'trail' here.)

Noun vs. Participle: Don't use 'trailing' as a noun when 'trail' is intended. 'The trailing was long' is incorrect; 'The trail was long' is correct.

Correct: She was trailing her fingers through the cool water as the boat moved slowly.

Incorrect: The dog is trailing the cat for two hours yesterday. (Correct: The dog trailed the cat...)

Depending on the context, there are many synonyms for 'trailing'. If you are talking about movement, 'following' is the most direct substitute, but it lacks the nuance of being behind or slower. 'Straggling' is a great alternative if you want to emphasize that the person is messy or very far behind. In a competitive sense, 'losing' or 'lagging' are common. 'Lagging' specifically suggests a failure to keep up with a standard or a pace set by others.

Trailing vs. Lagging: 'Trailing' is often used for scores or physical position. 'Lagging' is used for speed, technology, or economic indicators that are slow to react.
Trailing vs. Cascading: In botany, 'trailing' means growing along the ground or down. 'Cascading' is more poetic and implies a heavy, waterfall-like flow of flowers or leaves.

The straggling group of tourists finally reached the museum entrance ten minutes after the tour had started.

For plants, you might use 'creeping' or 'climbing'. A 'creeping' plant stays low to the ground, while a 'trailing' plant can hang down. If you are talking about a voice, 'fading' is a synonym for 'trailing off'. However, 'trailing off' implies a specific social awkwardness or loss of thought, whereas 'fading' might just mean the person is moving further away. In finance, 'historical' is sometimes used instead of 'trailing', but 'trailing' is more specific to the period ending exactly now.

The company's growth is lagging behind the industry average, causing concern among the board of directors.

In the context of a dress or clothing, 'sweeping' is a more elegant alternative. A 'sweeping train' on a wedding dress sounds more luxurious than a 'trailing train'. If you are describing smoke or clouds, 'drifting' or 'wisping' might be more descriptive of the light, airy movement. Choosing the right synonym depends on whether you want to sound technical (trailing), poetic (cascading), or critical (lagging).

The detective was shadowing the suspect through the crowded market, careful not to be spotted.

Technical Alternatives: In math: 'terminal' (as in terminal zeros). In aviation: 'rear' or 'aft' (as in the aft section of the wing).

Her fading footsteps echoed in the empty corridor until there was nothing but silence.

The creeping vines slowly covered the old stone wall, turning it into a wall of living green.

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The word 'trailer' (a vehicle pulled by another) and 'movie trailer' come from this same root. Movie trailers were originally shown *after* the main film, so they 'trailed' the movie. Eventually, they were moved to the beginning, but the name stuck!

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UK /ˈtreɪ.lɪŋ/

US /ˈtreɪ.lɪŋ/

The stress is on the first syllable: TRAIL-ing.

هم‌قافیه با

failing mailing sailing wailing paling railing scaling veiling

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing it as 'tri-ling' (confusing it with trialing).
Dropping the 'g' at the end (trailin'), which is common in informal speech but should be avoided in formal contexts.
Over-emphasizing the 'a' so it sounds like 'trah-ling'.
Confusing the 'tr' sound with a 'ch' sound.
Making the 'i' sound too long like 'tree-ling'.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 3/5

Easy to understand in context, but technical uses can be tricky.

نوشتن 4/5

Requires knowledge of prepositions like 'by' and 'behind'.

صحبت کردن 3/5

Common in sports and daily descriptions.

گوش دادن 3/5

Easily recognized in sports broadcasts.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

follow behind lose back end

بعداً یاد بگیرید

lagging cascading preceding subsequent terminal

پیشرفته

vortices airfoil stop-loss TTM ellipses

گرامر لازم

Present Participle as Adjective

The trailing (adjective) plants are beautiful.

Present Continuous Tense

He is trailing (verb) the group.

Phrasal Verbs

Her voice trailed off (verb + particle).

Prepositional Phrases

Trailing by (preposition) five points.

Noun Compounds

The trailing-edge (compound adjective) flaps.

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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

The puppy is trailing behind its mother.

Le chiot suit sa mère.

Present continuous tense showing an ongoing action.

He is trailing the group in the park.

Il suit le groupe dans le parc.

Subject + is + trailing + object.

The cat's tail was trailing on the rug.

La queue du chat traînait sur le tapis.

Past continuous tense.

She is trailing her toy on the floor.

Elle traîne son jouet par terre.

Trailing used as a transitive verb here.

Look at the trailing ducklings!

Regardez les canetons qui suivent !

Trailing used as a participial adjective.

The little girl was trailing her blanket.

La petite fille traînait sa couverture.

Shows the physical act of dragging.

They are trailing the leader of the hike.

Ils suivent le guide de la randonnée.

Indicates position in a sequence.

The car is trailing smoke.

La voiture dégage de la fumée.

Metaphorical use for something left behind.

Our team is trailing by two points.

Notre équipe est menée de deux points.

Common sports structure: trailing by [amount].

I love the trailing plants on your balcony.

J'adore les plantes tombantes sur ton balcon.

Adjective describing a type of plant.

The dress was trailing in the mud.

La robe traînait dans la boue.

Describes physical contact with the ground.

He was trailing behind because he was tired.

Il était à la traîne parce qu'il était fatigué.

Using 'behind' to clarify the position.

The trailing car had a flat tire.

La voiture de derrière avait un pneu crevé.

Adjective meaning 'last in line'.

Are you trailing the other runners?

Est-ce que tu es derrière les autres coureurs ?

Question form in present continuous.

The kite had a long trailing ribbon.

Le cerf-volant avait un long ruban qui traînait.

Describes an attachment that follows.

She is trailing her fingers in the water.

Elle laisse traîner ses doigts dans l'eau.

Idiomatic physical action.

His voice was trailing off as he fell asleep.

Sa voix s'éteignait au fur et à mesure qu'il s'endormait.

Phrasal verb 'trail off' meaning to fade away.

The incumbent is trailing in the latest polls.

Le candidat sortant est en retard dans les derniers sondages.

Used in political and statistical contexts.

We were trailing the suspect for three blocks.

Nous avons suivi le suspect pendant trois pâtés de maisons.

Synonym for 'following discreetly'.

The trailing edge of the storm brought heavy rain.

L'arrière de la tempête a apporté de fortes pluies.

Technical term for the back part of a weather system.

She spoke with a trailing accent from her hometown.

Elle parlait avec un accent traînant de sa ville natale.

Describes a slow, lingering way of speaking.

The company is trailing its competitors in technology.

L'entreprise est à la traîne par rapport à ses concurrents en technologie.

Abstract use meaning 'less advanced'.

The plane left a trailing white line in the sky.

L'avion a laissé une ligne blanche derrière lui dans le ciel.

Describes a visible path left behind.

He felt a trailing sense of regret after the meeting.

Il a ressenti un sentiment de regret persistant après la réunion.

Figurative use for a lingering feeling.

The trailing twelve months of data show a profit.

Les données des douze derniers mois montrent un bénéfice.

Specific financial terminology (TTM).

The aircraft's trailing edge flaps were extended.

Les volets du bord de fuite de l'avion étaient sortis.

Aviation technical term.

There were several trailing spaces in the code.

Il y avait plusieurs espaces en fin de ligne dans le code.

Computing term for invisible characters at the end.

The comet's trailing debris creates a meteor shower.

Les débris laissés par la comète créent une pluie de météores.

Scientific description of celestial movement.

She was trailing a long history of success behind her.

Elle traînait derrière elle une longue histoire de succès.

Metaphorical use for reputation.

The trailing cable caused a safety hazard.

Le câble qui traînait a causé un risque pour la sécurité.

Adjective for something lying loosely on the ground.

The economy is trailing the global recovery trend.

L'économie est à la traîne par rapport à la tendance de reprise mondiale.

Formal economic analysis.

His thoughts were trailing toward his childhood home.

Ses pensées dérivaient vers la maison de son enfance.

Poetic use for the direction of thought.

The trailing P/E ratio is a key metric for investors.

Le ratio cours/bénéfice sur douze mois glissants est un indicateur clé.

Advanced financial analysis term.

The trailing smoke from the extinguished candle lingered.

La fumée persistante de la bougie éteinte flottait encore.

Evocative adjective for something lingering.

The trailing zeros in this decimal are significant.

Les zéros terminaux de ce nombre décimal sont significatifs.

Mathematical term for precision.

The investigation focused on the trailing evidence.

L'enquête s'est concentrée sur les preuves subséquentes.

Formal legal/investigative context.

The trailing scent of jasmine filled the garden.

Le parfum persistant du jasmin remplissait le jardin.

Sensory description of a lingering smell.

The trailing end of the rope was frayed and worn.

L'extrémité libre de la corde était effilochée et usée.

Describes the very end of a physical object.

The trailing effects of the policy were felt years later.

Les effets différés de la politique se sont fait sentir des années plus tard.

Abstract use for long-term consequences.

She left the room with a trailing, enigmatic smile.

Elle quitta la pièce avec un sourire persistant et énigmatique.

Literary use for a lasting impression.

The trailing vortices of the jumbo jet pose a risk to smaller craft.

Les tourbillons de sillage du gros-porteur représentent un risque pour les petits appareils.

Highly technical fluid dynamics term.

The author uses trailing ellipses to signify existential dread.

L'auteur utilise des points de suspension pour signifier une angoisse existentielle.

Literary and stylistic analysis.

The trailing stop-loss order protected the trader's profits.

L'ordre stop-loss suiveur a protégé les profits du trader.

Specific financial instrument term.

The trailing nature of the vines created a living tapestry.

La nature rampante des vignes a créé une tapisserie vivante.

Sophisticated botanical description.

The trailing edge of the distribution curve shows the outliers.

La queue de la courbe de distribution montre les valeurs aberrantes.

Statistical analysis terminology.

The trailing influence of colonial law remains in the constitution.

L'influence persistante du droit colonial subsiste dans la constitution.

Sociopolitical and historical analysis.

The trailing echoes of the explosion could be heard for miles.

Les échos lointains de l'explosion pouvaient être entendus à des kilomètres.

Acoustic phenomenon description.

The trailing commas were removed to comply with the JSON standard.

Les virgules en fin de liste ont été supprimées pour se conformer à la norme JSON.

Specific programming syntax rule.

ترکیب‌های رایج

trailing by

trailing edge

trailing plants

trailing zeros

trailing twelve months

trailing behind

trailing off

trailing stop

trailing smoke

trailing spaces

عبارات رایج

trailing the field

trailing clouds of glory

trailing off into silence

trailing a scent

trailing the pack

trailing edge of technology

trailing a coat

trailing in the wake

trailing fingers

trailing by a landslide

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trailing vs trialing

Trialing means testing something. Trailing means following behind. They are spelled very similarly.

trailing vs tracking

Tracking is actively looking for or monitoring something. Trailing is just being in the position behind it.

trailing vs treading

Treading means stepping or walking on something. It sounds similar but has a completely different meaning.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"trail off"

To become gradually quieter and then stop speaking. It shows a lack of confidence or a change of mind.

He started to apologize, but his voice trailed off when he saw her angry face.

neutral

"trail behind"

To move more slowly than others in a group so that you are behind them. It can be physical or metaphorical.

The company continues to trail behind its rivals in terms of innovation.

neutral

"blaze a trail"

To do something new or first so that others can follow. While it uses 'trail', it is the opposite of 'trailing'.

She blazed a trail for women in the field of astrophysics.

idiomatic

"on the trail of"

To be searching for or following someone or something. It implies active pursuit.

The police are on the trail of the bank robbers.

neutral

"trail one's coat"

To act in a way that is intended to provoke a quarrel or fight. It is quite formal and British.

The journalist was trailing his coat by asking such aggressive questions.

formal

"hit the trail"

To begin a journey or to leave a place. It is often used in a casual or western context.

It's getting late, so I think it's time for us to hit the trail.

informal

"leave a trail"

To leave signs or evidence behind that show where you have been or what you have done.

The hackers left a digital trail that led the investigators straight to them.

neutral

"trail of destruction"

A series of bad results or physical damage left behind by something or someone.

The hurricane left a trail of destruction across the entire coast.

neutral

"trail of breadcrumbs"

A series of small clues or pieces of information that lead to a conclusion or a destination.

The mystery novel provided a trail of breadcrumbs for the reader to follow.

literary

"keep track of"

To continue to be informed about something. It is the functional opposite of losing the trail.

It's hard to keep track of all the new vocabulary words we learn each week.

neutral

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trailing vs trailing

Spelling and sound.

Trailing is following behind; trialing is testing a product or process.

We are trailing the leader (following) vs. We are trialing the software (testing).

trailing vs lagging

Both mean being behind.

Trailing is often about position or score; lagging is often about speed or technical performance.

The team is trailing (score) vs. The computer is lagging (speed).

trailing vs dragging

Both involve something behind.

Dragging implies effort and contact with the ground; trailing can be effortless or not touching the ground.

He is dragging the bag (heavy) vs. The plant is trailing (growing down).

trailing vs straggling

Both mean being at the back.

Straggling implies being messy, disorganized, or very far behind; trailing is more neutral.

A straggling group of hikers (messy) vs. The trailing car (position).

trailing vs cascading

Both describe plants hanging down.

Cascading is more poetic and implies a large volume; trailing is more functional and botanical.

A cascading waterfall of flowers vs. A trailing ivy plant.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

[Subject] is trailing.

The dog is trailing.

[Subject] is trailing by [number].

The team is trailing by two.

[Subject] was trailing [object] behind [preposition].

She was trailing her hand behind the boat.

[Subject]'s voice trailed off.

His voice trailed off.

The [adjective] trailing [noun]...

The beautiful trailing ivy...

[Subject] is trailing in [context].

The candidate is trailing in the polls.

The trailing [technical noun] of [object]...

The trailing edge of the wing...

Trailing [abstract noun], [Subject] [Verb]...

Trailing clouds of glory, the hero entered.

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نحوه استفاده

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Common in sports, gardening, and finance. Less common in general conversation compared to 'following' or 'losing'.

اشتباهات رایج

Using 'trailing' instead of 'trialing'. → We are trialing the new system.
Trialing means testing; trailing means following behind. They are often confused because of the similar spelling.
Saying 'trailing to' a score. → The team is trailing by five points.
The correct preposition to use with a score deficit is 'by', not 'to'.
Using 'trailing' as a noun. → The trail of smoke was long.
'Trailing' is a verb or adjective. If you need a noun to describe the path left behind, use 'trail'.
Confusing 'trailing' and 'leading' zeros. → The trailing zeros in 5.00 are significant.
Trailing zeros are at the end; leading zeros are at the beginning (e.g., 0.005). They have different meanings in math.
Using 'trailing' for active pursuit. → The police are tracking the suspect.
'Trailing' is more passive or about position. 'Tracking' implies an active search or following of clues.

نکات

Use 'by' for scores

Always use 'trailing by' when you want to mention the number of points a team is behind. Example: 'Trailing by 10'.

Describe your garden

Use 'trailing' to describe plants that hang down. It sounds more professional and descriptive than 'hanging'.

Avoid fragments

Make sure 'trailing' has a subject if it's a verb. 'The dog trailing' is a fragment; 'The dog is trailing' is a sentence.

Clear 'ing'

Make sure to pronounce the 'ing' clearly in formal situations to avoid sounding too casual.

TTM is your friend

In finance, use 'trailing twelve months' to show you are looking at the most recent data possible.

Trailing off

Use 'trailed off' in stories to show a character is losing confidence or feeling awkward.

Adjective position

As an adjective, 'trailing' usually comes before the noun: 'trailing ivy', 'trailing edge'.

Clean your code

Always check for 'trailing spaces' in your code, as they can cause unexpected errors in some languages.

Poetic descriptions

Use 'trailing' for things like smoke, clouds, or perfume to create a sense of something lingering in the air.

Trailing vs. Lagging

Use 'trailing' for position and 'lagging' for speed or development. 'Trailing the leader' vs 'Lagging in sales'.

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روش یادسپاری

Think of a 'TRAIL' of breadcrumbs. If you are 'TRAILING', you are the one walking on that trail, following someone else who left it.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a long, elegant wedding dress with a 'train' that is 'trailing' on the floor behind the bride. The 'train' and 'trailing' both come from the idea of pulling something behind.

شبکه واژگان

Following Losing Hanging Dragging End Back Rear Slow

چالش

Try to use 'trailing' in three different ways today: once for a plant, once for a sport, and once for a person walking.

ریشه کلمه

The word 'trailing' comes from the Middle English verb 'trailen', which meant to drag along the ground. This was derived from the Old French word 'trailler', which meant to tow or to track an animal. Further back, it has roots in the Vulgar Latin 'tragulare', meaning to drag, which comes from the Latin 'trahere', meaning to pull or draw.

معنای اصلی: The original meaning was specifically focused on the physical act of dragging something heavy or long behind oneself.

Indo-European > Italic > Latin > Romance > Germanic influence in English.

بافت فرهنگی

No specific sensitivities, but be careful not to use it to mock someone who is physically slower or struggling to keep up.

Commonly used in sports like baseball, cricket, and football to describe the score gap.

The poem 'Ode: Intimations of Immortality' by William Wordsworth ('trailing clouds of glory'). The concept of 'trailing zeros' in scientific notation and engineering. The 'trailing edge' in aerodynamics, essential for flight theory.

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موقعیت‌های واقعی

Sports

trailing by a goal
trailing at halftime
trailing the series
trailing the leader

Gardening

trailing ivy
trailing petunias
trailing stems
trailing growth habit

Finance

trailing earnings
trailing P/E
trailing returns
trailing 12 months

Computing

trailing whitespace
trailing slash
trailing comma
trailing characters

Physical Movement

trailing behind
trailing fingers
trailing smoke
trailing a coat

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"Did you see the game last night? Our team was trailing for the whole match but won at the end!"

"I'm looking for some trailing plants for my new hanging baskets. Do you have any suggestions?"

"Why do you think some students end up trailing behind the rest of the class in math?"

"Have you ever noticed how some people's voices just start trailing off when they get nervous?"

"In your opinion, is it harder to be the leader or the one trailing behind in a race?"

موضوعات نگارش

Describe a time when you were trailing in a competition. How did you feel and what did you do?

Write about a beautiful garden you visited, focusing on the trailing plants and flowers.

Reflect on a situation where you felt like you were trailing behind your peers in life. How did you catch up?

Imagine you are a detective trailing a suspect through a mysterious city. Describe the scene.

Discuss the importance of 'trailing zeros' in science. Why is precision so important in your life?

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

It can be both! As a verb, it's the present participle of 'trail' (e.g., 'He is trailing'). As an adjective, it describes a noun (e.g., 'a trailing plant').

It means the team or player has 2 points fewer than their opponent at that moment. For example, if the score is 10-8, the team with 8 points is trailing by 2.

A trailing plant is one with long stems that grow along the ground or hang down from a pot, like ivy or a spider plant.

It means a person's voice becomes gradually quieter until they stop speaking, often because they are unsure or distracted.

In sports, yes, but 'trailing' is more specific because it describes the current state during the game, whereas 'losing' can describe the final result.

These are the zeros at the end of a number, like the two zeros in '500' or the three zeros in '0.5000'.

No, it's better to say 'trailing behind' someone or 'trailing' someone. You don't usually use 'to' with this word.

It is a financial report that looks at data from the 12 months immediately preceding the current date, rather than a calendar year.

It is the back edge of an airplane wing where the air that has traveled over and under the wing meets again.

It is spelled T-R-A-I-L-I-N-G. Don't confuse it with 'trialing' (T-R-I-A-L-I-N-G).

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