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hike

 

[ haɪk ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

outdoor activity

To walk a long distance, especially across country or in the woods

Synonyms

ramble, trek, walk

Examples of usage

  • She loves to hike in the mountains.
  • Let's hike up to the summit.
Context #2 | Noun

outdoor activity

A long walk or walking tour

Synonyms

ramble, trek, walk

Examples of usage

  • We went on a beautiful hike through the forest.
  • The hike was challenging but rewarding.

Translations

Translations of the word "hike" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caminhada

🇮🇳 पैदल यात्रा

🇩🇪 Wanderung

🇮🇩 pendakian

🇺🇦 похід

🇵🇱 wędrówka

🇯🇵 ハイキング

🇫🇷 randonnée

🇪🇸 excursión

🇹🇷 yürüyüş

🇰🇷 하이킹

🇸🇦 تنزه

🇨🇿 výlet

🇸🇰 turistika

🇨🇳 徒步旅行

🇸🇮 pohod

🇮🇸 ganga

🇰🇿 жаяу серуен

🇬🇪 ლაშქრობა

🇦🇿 yürüş

🇲🇽 excursión

Etymology

The word 'hike' originated in the early 19th century from the Old Norse word 'hik', meaning a small hill. Over time, it evolved to refer to a long walk or walking tour in the countryside or mountains. The popularity of hiking as an outdoor activity has led to the widespread use of the term in modern English.

See also: hiker, hikers, hiking.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,215, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.