go for a walk

/ɡoʊ fər ə wɔk/
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To walk somewhere for enjoyment or gentle exercise.

Examples

  • He went for a short walk with his dog.
  • Let’s go for a walk after dinner.
  • She went for a walk in the park.
  • We go for a walk every Sunday.
  • Do you want to go for a walk?

Similar words

take a walk

Meanings

Take a pleasant walk

daily activities
neutral
To spend some time walking, usually for pleasure or light exercise.

Examples

  • Let’s go for a walk after dinner.
  • She went for a walk in the park.
  • Do you want to go for a walk?
  • We go for a walk every Sunday.
  • He went for a short walk with his dog.

Similar words

Etymology

Go for introduces an activity, and a walk is a period of walking.

FAQ

What does go for a walk mean?

Go for a walk means walk for pleasure or gentle exercise.

When is go for a walk used?

People often do it in a park or after a meal.

How does go for a walk differ from go for a run?

A walk is slower than a run.

How is go for a walk used in a sentence?

“She went for a walk in the park” uses the past tense.

Is go for a walk formal?

No, go for a walk is an everyday phrase.

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