Strolled: meaning, definitions and examples

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strolled

 

[ stroสŠld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Strolled is the simple past tense of stroll, which means to walk in a leisurely or relaxed manner. It suggests an aimless or unhurried pace, often for enjoyment or relaxation.

Synonyms

amused, meandered, walked, wandered.

Examples of usage

  • She strolled through the park, enjoying the fresh air.
  • They strolled along the beach at sunset.
  • He strolled into the cafรฉ, looking for a quiet spot.
  • After dinner, we strolled around the neighborhood.

Translations

Translations of the word "strolled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น passeou

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅ‚เคฎเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช spazierte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berjalan santai

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัƒะปัะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spacerowaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใถใ‚‰ใถใ‚‰ๆญฉใ„ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท se promenait

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ paseรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gezindi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฐ์ฑ…ํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฌูˆู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ povalil

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prechรกdzal sa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้—ฒ้€›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sprehajal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ geng

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏั€ะดั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒ˜แƒ แƒœแƒแƒ‘แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gษ™zdi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ paseรณ

Etymology

The verb 'stroll' traces its origins back to the late 15th century, possibly derived from the Middle English term 'strollyn', which means to roll or tumble. This notion of rolling reflects the carefree movement often associated with strolling. The word is thought to have Dutch or perhaps Low German roots, with a similar term 'strolen', which means to roam or wander. Over time, 'stroll' evolved to signify a more relaxed, leisurely walking pace. This transition reflects a cultural shift towards valuing idle, leisurely pastimes, paralleling the rise of public parks and promenades in urban areas during the 18th and 19th centuries. The act of strolling became emblematic of leisure and social interaction, fostering community connections and enhancing the enjoyment of natural beauty.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,044, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.