You didn’t listen, did you? You are still saying further, when you really mean farther. Is it because it’s easier to say further than with farther?
Farther and further both mean “at a greater distance.” They often are used interchangeably in this sense – but they are not quite the same:
Farther refers to physical length or distance. It is the comparative form of the word “far” when referring to distance.
Further refers to a non-physical distance, such as amount and time. It can also mean “to a greater degree,” or “additional.”
Correct: London is farther north than Juneau. (Refers to physical distance)
Correct: This plan requires further study. (Meaning “additional,” refers to amount)
Correct: According to my timetable, we should be further along. (Refers to time)
Tip:
Use farther for physical distance and further for non-physical distance. Farther has FAR in it, and “far” relates to physical distance.
