Trudge: meaning, definitions and examples

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trudge

[ trʌdʒ ]

^{Context #1}

slowly and wearily

To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.

Synonyms

march, plod, slog

Examples of usage

He trudged through the snow to get to the cabin.
We trudged along the muddy path, trying to reach the village before nightfall.

^{Context #2}

unpleasant task

A difficult or laborious walk or journey.

Synonyms

hike, journey, trek

Examples of usage

The long trudge up the steep hill was exhausting.
After a day of trudging through the desert, they finally reached an oasis.

Translations

Translations of the word "trudge" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caminhar com dificuldade

🇮🇳 कठिनाई से चलना

🇩🇪 schleppen

🇮🇩 berjalan dengan susah payah

🇺🇦 плентатися

🇵🇱 wlec się

🇯🇵 重い足取りで歩く

🇫🇷 marcher péniblement

🇪🇸 caminar con dificultad

🇹🇷 ağır adımlarla yürümek

🇰🇷 힘겹게 걷다

🇸🇦 المشي بصعوبة

🇨🇿 vléci se

🇸🇰 vláčiť sa

🇨🇳 跋涉

🇸🇮 vleči se

🇮🇸 þramma

🇰🇿 әрең жүру

🇬🇪 გრიგინით სიარული

🇦🇿 çətinliklə yerimək

🇲🇽 caminar con dificultad

Word origin

The word 'trudge' originated from the Middle English word 'trugen', meaning to walk or trample. Over time, it evolved to its current usage, describing a slow and laborious walk. The concept of trudging has been associated with perseverance and endurance in the face of challenging conditions.