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hike

/haɪk/
Meanings

  • An exhilarating experience of climbing a mountain or traversing a challenging terrain.

    - "The group enjoyed a memorable hike through the picturesque forest."
    - "Sarah's hike up the mountain was a challenging but rewarding experience."
Pronunciation
  1. /haɪk/



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Synonyms

lean out , sit out , tramp
Rhymes
Words rhyming with hike
hike , mike , tyke , bike
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. hike (en) : An exhilarating experience of climbing a mountain or traversing a challenging terrain.

  2. hike (fr) : Marche, randonnée, marche pédestre.

  3. hike (de) : Wanderung, Bergwanderung, Exkursion, Spaziergang.

  4. hike (es) : Senderismo, excursión, caminata, paseo, recorrido.

Variants
List of all variants of hike that leads to same result
hike , hiked , hiker , hikers , hikes , hiking , go take a hike , take a hike , take a walk , taken a hike , taken a walk , takes a hike , takes a walk , taking a hike , taking a walk , took a hike , took a walk
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'hike' comes from the Old English word 'hicce' meaning 'a shake, jolt, or shock' which later evolved to mean 'a journey on foot, especially one that is long, arduous, or involves climbing a mountain.'

Trivia
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  1. The longest hike in the world is the Pacific Crest Trail, which stretches 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada.

  2. The highest hike in the world is the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek, which takes hikers to an altitude of 17,598 feet.

  3. The most dangerous hike in the world is the Kalalau Trail on the island of Kauai in Hawaii. The trail is known for its steep cliffs, narrow paths, and unpredictable weather conditions.

How to Memorize "hike"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize a hike, imagine yourself trekking through a beautiful landscape, surrounded by nature. Envision the trail winding through the terrain, leading you on an exciting journey.

  2. associate

    - To associate memories with a hike, try to connect each experience with a specific sensation, sound, or sight. For example, remember the smell of pine trees, the sound of birds chirping, or the feeling of the sun on your face as you hike through a beautiful forest.

  3. mnemonics

    - To use mnemonics to memorize a hike, try creating a vivid mental image of each part of the hike, using all of your senses to help you remember each detail. For example, imagine yourself standing at the base of a mountain, feeling the cool breeze on your face and the warm sun on your back. Visualize the steep, winding trail leading up the mountain, with trees and bushes lining the trail on either side. Imagine the sound of birds chirping and the smell of pine trees as you hike up the mountain. Use all of your senses to help you remember each detail of the hike, and use this mental image as a mnemonic device to help you remember the details of the hike.

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