Cool MatePath
UK /["/pɑːθ/","/pɑːðz/"]/US /["/pæθ/","/pæðz/"]/
Definition
a way or track that is built or is made by the action of people walking
In simple words: A way or track for walking or traveling.
Examples
- The path through the forest is very narrow.
- She chose a career path that involved helping others.
- The path leads to the old castle on the hill.
- He decided to change his path in life after realizing his passion for art.
- There isn't a clear path to success, but hard work usually pays off.
Usage notes
Use 'path' to describe physical trails or routes. Avoid using in highly technical contexts where 'route' might be more appropriate.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'path' like a 'pathway' — both are ways to walk.
Collocations
- long
- narrow
- steep
- follow
- take
- go along
- go
- run
- descend
- along a/the path
- down a/the path
- up a/the path
- off the beaten path
- well-trodden
- well-worn
- clear
- choose
- find
- follow
- on a/the path
- path of
- path to
- cross paths (with somebody)
- obstacles in somebody/something’s path
- correct
- right
- flight
- steer
- trace
- block
- across something’s path
- in something’s path
- into something’s path
- everything in somebody’s/something’s path
Synonyms
- way
Antonyms
- road
- obstacle
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'path' with 'way' — they have different usages.
- Using 'path' to describe a journey that is not literal.
- Incorrectly spelling 'path' as 'paf'