Walkway: meaning, definitions and examples

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walkway

[ ˈwɔːkweɪ ]

Noun

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pedestrian area

A walkway is a path with a specially prepared surface that people can walk along.

Synonyms

footpath, path, sidewalk.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
walkway	A general term that can also be used to denote an outdoor path or passage for walking, often paved or constructed. They built a new walkway around the park. The walkway by the beach is a perfect spot for an evening stroll.
path	A general term for any track or route that people or animals walk along. Can be natural or man-made. The garden has a beautiful path winding through it. Follow the path through the park to reach the lake.
footpath	Usually refers to a narrow path designed for pedestrians, often found in nature, parks, or rural areas. We hiked along the footpath next to the river. There is a lovely footpath through the forest.
sidewalk	An area along the side of a road, specifically designed for pedestrians, usually paved. She walked on the sidewalk to avoid the traffic. Children were playing on the sidewalk in front of their house.

Examples of usage

The walkway along the river is perfect for a leisurely stroll.
She tripped and fell on the walkway.
We need to install lights along the walkway for safety reasons.

Translations

Translations of the word "walkway" in other languages:

🇵🇹 passarela

🇮🇳 पैदल मार्ग

🇩🇪 Gehweg

🇮🇩 jalan setapak

🇺🇦 пішохідна доріжка

🇵🇱 chodnik

🇯🇵 歩道 (ほどう)

🇫🇷 passerelle

🇪🇸 pasarela

🇹🇷 yaya yolu

🇰🇷 보도 (bodo)

🇸🇦 ممر مشاة

🇨🇿 chodník

🇸🇰 chodník

🇨🇳 人行道 (rénxíngdào)

🇸🇮 pešpot

🇮🇸 göngustígur

🇰🇿 жаяу жүргіншілер жолы

🇬🇪 სავალი

🇦🇿 piyada yolu

🇲🇽 pasarela

Etymology

The word 'walkway' originated in the early 19th century as a combination of the words 'walk' and 'way'. It was initially used to refer to a footpath or a path designed for pedestrians. Over time, the term became more commonly used to describe designated pedestrian areas in parks, gardens, and public spaces. Today, walkways are an essential part of urban planning, providing safe and convenient routes for people to walk and enjoy outdoor spaces.

See also: walk, walker, walkers, walking, walkout, walkways.