Vocabulary: Verbs of movement

Verbs of movement are essential for describing actions related to physical motion. Whether you’re discussing travel, exercise, or daily activities, understanding and using these verbs accurately enhances your ability to express yourself.

Vocabulary - verbs of movement

Let’s explore a variety of verbs of movement.

Verbs of movement vocabulary

  1. Walk: To move on foot at a regular and moderate pace.
  2. Run: To move rapidly on foot.
  3. Crawl: To move on hands and knees.
  4. Climb: To ascend or go up, often using hands and feet.
  5. Jump: To move off the ground by pushing with the legs and feet.
  6. Skip: To move forward by hopping on one foot.
  7. Gallop: To move at a faster pace than a trot, often used to describe a horse’s gait.
  8. Slide: To move smoothly and quickly in a downward or forward direction.
  9. Swim: To move through water using the limbs.
  10. Fly: To move through the air using wings or other means.
  11. Sail: To travel on water using a vessel with sails.
  12. Drive: To operate and control a vehicle.
  13. Ride: To sit on and control the movement of an animal, bicycle, or motorcycle.
  14. Cycle: To ride a bicycle.
  15. Skate: To move on skates over a surface.
  16. Ski: To glide over snow on skis.
  17. Hike: To walk a long distance, especially for pleasure or exercise.
  18. Cruise: To travel smoothly and at a leisurely pace.
  19. Drift: To be carried along by currents of air or water.
  20. Roam: To move about or travel with no fixed destination.

Examples: Verbs of movement in sentences

  1. She likes to walk in the park every morning.
  2. He can jump really high.
  3. They love to climb trees in the backyard.
  4. She knows how to swim since she was five.
  5. He will drive to the store to get groceries.
  6. They plan to ride bicycles in the park.
  7. We enjoy hiking in the mountains on weekends.

Congratulations on expanding your vocabulary with verbs of movement! These words will help you describe various actions related to physical motion in a more nuanced way. Practice using them in sentences to reinforce your understanding and language skills. Stay tuned for more vocabulary lessons on our language-learning journey!

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