Sports / A2

HYK-ing/ˈhaɪkɪŋ/

Hiking is the activity of long country walks: go hiking, a hiking holiday, hiking boots. Hike is the verb or one trip. Walking is everyday; hiking is usually hills, paths, and a packed lunch. Trekking sounds harder. Wear a helmet only for climbing or bikes, not for ordinary hiking — wear boots and a map instead.

Meaning

The activity of long walks in the countryside.

Examples

• “Hiking is a cheap way to see the hills.”
• “Hiking kept her fitness up in the holidays.”
• “The guidebook has a short hiking route for beginners.”

Good to know

go hiking / hiking boots. Verb: hike. Everyday: walking. Harder: trekking.

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