English · Common Verbs

walk

/wɔːk/

[/wɔːk/]

move on foot

Beginnerverb

Definition

To move along on foot at a steady, ordinary pace. It is the most basic verb of human movement.

Example

Let us walk to the market instead of taking the crowded bus.

Let us walk to the market instead of taking the crowded bus.

Etymology

From Old English 'wealcan' (to roll, toss), later 'to travel on foot'.

How & Where It’s Used

A core everyday verb of movement.

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