How Do You Spell AMBLE?

Pronunciation: [ˈambə͡l] (IPA)

The word "amble," meaning a leisurely stroll or walk, is spelled with the phonetic transcription /ˈæmbəl/. The first syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound "æ" as in "cat," followed by the consonant sound "m" and the unstressed schwa sound "ə." The second syllable has the same "b" and "l" consonant sounds as the first syllable, but is also pronounced with the unstressed "ə" sound. As with many English words, the spelling of "amble" may not perfectly represent its pronunciation.

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AMBLE Meaning and Definition

  1. Amble, as a verb, refers to the leisurely and relaxed movement or pace of walking. It involves taking slow and unhurried steps, often with a gentle and swaying motion. When someone ambles, they move in a casual and meandering manner, enjoying their surroundings rather than proceeding with urgency or purpose.

    As a noun, an amble is the act or instance of walking in such a relaxed manner. It can also describe a leisurely stroll taken for pleasure or exercise. An amble typically implies a slow and easy pace, contrasting with a brisk walk or a fast stride. It is often associated with a calm and contented demeanor, suggesting a lack of hurry and a desire to appreciate the scenery or simply to unwind.

    The term "amble" is frequently used to depict the gait or movement of certain animals, such as horses or deer, when they walk with a gentle and smooth rhythm without breaking into a trot or gallop. In this sense, it denotes a serene and graceful motion.

    In a figurative sense, "amble" can extend beyond physical movement and be used to describe a leisurely or unhurried manner of speaking or thinking. It conveys a relaxed and easygoing approach, without a sense of urgency or tension.

  2. • To move at an easy pace, as a horse.
    • The pace of a horse between a walk and a trot; a canter.

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

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Etymology of AMBLE

The word "amble" originated from the Latin word "ambulare" which means "to walk". This Latin word later evolved into the Old French word "ambler" meaning "to walk slowly or leisurely". Eventually, this Old French word was borrowed into Middle English as "amblyn" around the 14th century, which later transformed into "amble" as we know it today.

Idioms with the word AMBLE

  • amble along (sth) The idiom "amble along" means to walk or move at a slow, leisurely pace, typically without hurry or purpose. It implies a relaxed and unhurried manner of walking or progressing through something, such as a path, journey, or task.
  • amble along The idiom "amble along" refers to a relaxed and leisurely way of walking or progressing, often characterized by a slow or casual pace. It implies a lack of hurry or urgency and suggests a comfortable and unhurried attitude or manner.

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Plural form of AMBLE is AMBLES

Conjugate verb Amble

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have ambled
you would have ambled
he/she/it would have ambled
we would have ambled
they would have ambled
I would have amble
you would have amble
he/she/it would have amble
we would have amble
they would have amble

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you amble
we let´s amble

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to amble

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

ambled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I amble
you amble
he/she/it ambles
we amble
they amble

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

ambling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it amble

SIMPLE PAST

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

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