How Do You Spell OUTWALK?

Pronunciation: [a͡ʊtwˈɔːk] (IPA)

The word "outwalk" is spelled with the phonetic transcription of /aʊtˈwɔːk/. This word comes from the prefix "out-" meaning noticeable or notable, and the verb "walk" which suggests movement over a distance. The stress on the first syllable, "out-", indicates that it carries greater weight and emphasis than the second syllable, which is pronounced as "walk". Therefore, the word "outwalk" means to walk faster, farther or with more purpose than someone else, as if to surpass or leave behind.

OUTWALK Meaning and Definition

  1. Outwalk (verb):

    1. To move at a faster pace than someone or something else while walking. This term signifies the act of surpassing or outpacing someone or something while on foot. It implies an increased speed or a determination to reach a destination before others. For example, "She regularly outwalks her friends during their morning strolls."

    2. To surpass or exceed the normal or expected walking pace. Outwalking in this sense refers to walking faster or for a longer distance than what is typically considered average or usual. It suggests an exceptional physical ability or endurance. For instance, "The marathon runners were able to outwalk the other competitors, setting new records in the race."

    3. To move ahead of others by walking briskly or confidently. Outwalk can also denote the act of overtaking or outmaneuvering others through walking swiftly and assertively. It may connote a competitive edge or a desire to lead. For instance, "The determined hiker managed to outwalk everyone in the group, taking on the role of the trailblazer."

    Overall, outwalk encompasses the notions of surpassing, excelling, and moving with swiftness and determination while walking. It can be used in various contexts, from everyday scenarios to more competitive or physical pursuits.

  2. To leave behind in walking.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for OUTWALK

Etymology of OUTWALK

The word "outwalk" is a compound word consisting of two parts: "out" and "walk".

The prefix "out-" is derived from Old English "ūt", meaning "outside" or "beyond". It suggests a sense of movement away from a particular location or toward the exterior, often conveying the idea of surpassing or exceeding something.

The word "walk" comes from Middle English "walken" which originated from the Old English word "wealcan", meaning "to roll" or "to toss". It later developed the sense of moving by foot at a regular pace.

When these two parts are combined, "outwalk" essentially means to walk faster or farther than someone or something. The prefix "out-" adds the element of surpassing or exceeding in terms of speed or distance.

Conjugate verb Outwalk

CONDITIONAL

I would outwalk
you would outwalk
he/she/it would outwalk
we would outwalk
they would outwalk

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be outwalking
you would be outwalking
he/she/it would be outwalking
we would be outwalking
they would be outwalking

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have outwalk
you would have outwalk
he/she/it would have outwalk
we would have outwalk
they would have outwalk

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been outwalking
you would have been outwalking
he/she/it would have been outwalking
we would have been outwalking
they would have been outwalking

FUTURE

I will outwalk
you will outwalk
he/she/it will outwalk
we will outwalk
they will outwalk

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be outwalking
you will be outwalking
he/she/it will be outwalking
we will be outwalking
they will be outwalking

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have outwalked
you will have outwalked
he/she/it will have outwalked
we will have outwalked
they will have outwalked

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been outwalking
you will have been outwalking
he/she/it will have been outwalking
we will have been outwalking
they will have been outwalking

IMPERATIVE

you outwalk
we let´s outwalk

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to outwalk

PAST

I outwalked
you outwalked
he/she/it outwalked
we outwalked
they outwalked

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was outwalking
you were outwalking
he/she/it was outwalking
we were outwalking
they were outwalking

PAST PARTICIPLE

outwalked

PAST PERFECT

I had outwalked
you had outwalked
he/she/it had outwalked
we had outwalked
they had outwalked

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been outwalking
you had been outwalking
he/she/it had been outwalking
we had been outwalking
they had been outwalking

PRESENT

I outwalk
you outwalk
he/she/it outwalks
we outwalk
they outwalk

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am outwalking
you are outwalking
he/she/it is outwalking
we are outwalking
they are outwalking

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

outwalking

PRESENT PERFECT

I have outwalked
you have outwalked
he/she/it has outwalked
we have outwalked
they have outwalked

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been outwalking
you have been outwalking
he/she/it has been outwalking
we have been outwalking
they have been outwalking

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