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Taking the long way 'round

UK//ˈteɪkɪŋ ðə lɔːŋ weɪ raʊnd//US//ˈteɪkɪŋ ðə lɔŋ weɪ raʊnd//

Significado de Taking the long way 'round

Choosing a longer or indirect route, often for scenic or thoughtful reasons.

In simple words: Choosing a longer route instead of a shorter one.

Taking the long way 'round en una frase

  • She decided to take the long way 'round to enjoy the scenery.
  • Instead of the freeway, he took the long way 'round through the countryside.
  • Sometimes, taking the long way 'round leads to unexpected adventures.

Cómo usar Taking the long way 'round

Often used to describe a literal travel route or a metaphorical approach that takes more time. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'long way' as going on a scenic drive instead of taking a straight road.

Palabras relacionadas

Collocations with Taking the long way 'round

  • take the long way
  • long way home
  • long way around

Synonyms for Taking the long way 'round

Opposites of Taking the long way 'round

  • taking the direct route
  • going straight
  • being efficient

Common mistakes with Taking the long way 'round

  • Confused with 'taking the short way around'.
  • Using in formal contexts when a more direct expression is needed.

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Preguntas frecuentes sobre Taking the long way 'round

¿Qué significa Taking the long way 'round?

Choosing a longer route instead of a shorter one.

¿Qué significa Taking the long way 'round en español?

Choosing a longer route instead of a shorter one.

¿Cuál es la definición de Taking the long way 'round?

Choosing a longer or indirect route, often for scenic or thoughtful reasons.

¿Cómo se usa Taking the long way 'round en una frase?

She decided to take the long way 'round to enjoy the scenery.

¿Puedes dar otro ejemplo de Taking the long way 'round?

Instead of the freeway, he took the long way 'round through the countryside.

¿Cuáles son los sinónimos de Taking the long way 'round?

Algunas alternativas comunes son taking the scenic route, going around, detouring.

¿Cuál es el opuesto de Taking the long way 'round?

Significados opuestos incluyen taking the direct route, going straight, being efficient.

¿Qué palabras acompañan a Taking the long way 'round?

Suele combinarse con take the long way, long way home, long way around.

¿Cuáles son los errores comunes al usar Taking the long way 'round?

Confused with 'taking the short way around'. Using in formal contexts when a more direct expression is needed.

¿Cómo se pronuncia Taking the long way 'round?

US: //ˈteɪkɪŋ ðə lɔŋ weɪ raʊnd//, UK: //ˈteɪkɪŋ ðə lɔːŋ weɪ raʊnd//. Escucha el audio de arriba para oír la pronunciación nativa.

¿Cuándo debo usar Taking the long way 'round?

Often used to describe a literal travel route or a metaphorical approach that takes more time. Avoid in formal writing.