A1verb 1K

Walk

🇬🇧 UK /["/wɔːk/","/wɔːks/","/wɔːkt/","/ˈwɔːkɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/wɔːk/","/wɔːks/","/wɔːkt/","/ˈwɔːkɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Walk

to move or go somewhere by putting one foot in front of the other on the ground, but without running

In simple words: to move by putting one foot in front of the other

Walk in a sentence

• I like to walk in the park every morning.
• The dog loves to walk beside me when I jog.
• Be careful not to walk too close to the edge of the cliff.
• Can you walk to the store and buy some bread?
• He will walk his sister to school later today.
• They decided to walk around the city to explore.
• After dinner, we often walk along the beach.
• She prefers to walk rather than take the bus.

How to use Walk

Use 'walk' in everyday conversations. Avoid in very formal writing. It’s appropriate for both casual and structured contexts.

Grammar pattern

walk + object (e.g., walk the dog)

Memory hint

Think of 'walk' as 'wearing a walk'—imagining shoes that are meant for walking.

Related words

Collocations with Walk

• briskly
• fast
• quickly
• along
• down
• into
• go walking

Synonyms for Walk

• stroll
• amble
• march
• hike
• saunter

Opposites of Walk

• run
• stay
• sit

Common mistakes with Walk

• Saying 'walk with' when meaning 'walk to' or 'walk towards'.
• Confusing 'walk' with 'stroll' — 'stroll' is slower and more relaxed.
• Using incorrect prepositions after 'walk', like 'walk in' instead of 'walk on'.

Frequently asked questions about Walk

What does Walk mean?

to move by putting one foot in front of the other

What is the definition of Walk?

to move or go somewhere by putting one foot in front of the other on the ground, but without running

How do you use Walk in a sentence?

I like to walk in the park every morning.

Can you give another example of Walk?

The dog loves to walk beside me when I jog.

What are synonyms for Walk?

Common alternatives include stroll, amble, march, hike, saunter.

What is the opposite of Walk?

Opposite meanings include run, stay, sit.

What words go with Walk?

It commonly pairs with briskly, fast, quickly, along, down, into, go walking.

What are common mistakes when using Walk?

Saying 'walk with' when meaning 'walk to' or 'walk towards'. Confusing 'walk' with 'stroll' — 'stroll' is slower and more relaxed. Using incorrect prepositions after 'walk', like 'walk in' instead of 'walk on'.

How do you pronounce Walk?

US: /["/wɔːk/","/wɔːks/","/wɔːkt/","/ˈwɔːkɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/wɔːk/","/wɔːks/","/wɔːkt/","/ˈwɔːkɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Walk?

Use 'walk' in everyday conversations. Avoid in very formal writing. It’s appropriate for both casual and structured contexts.

What CEFR level is Walk?

"Walk" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.