How Do You Spell HIKE?

Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪk] (IPA)

The word "hike" is spelled with four letters and pronounced as \haɪk\ in IPA phonetic transcription. The phonetic transcription reveals that the word starts with the "h" sound, followed by the "ai" diphthong, and ends with the "k" sound. The "ai" diphthong is pronounced with the tongue moving from the high position to the low position, making a smooth transition between the two vowel sounds. The spelling of the word "hike" reflects the sound values of English language phonemes that are used to produce this word.

HIKE Meaning and Definition

  1. Hike can be defined as a verb or a noun, referring to an outdoor activity involving walking or trekking in nature, typically on trails or in mountains.

    As a verb, hike means to take a long walk or trek, usually in the countryside or wilderness. It often implies physical exertion and a challenging terrain, such as steep hills or uneven paths. Hiking is a popular recreational activity, offering an opportunity to connect with nature, experience solitude, and enjoy stunning landscapes. It can also serve as a form of exercise and a way to improve fitness levels. Hikers may carry backpacks with supplies, such as food, water, and camping gear, for longer treks.

    As a noun, hike refers to the actual journey or excursion undertaken on foot in natural surroundings. It can also describe a specific trail or route used for hiking. Hikes can vary in difficulty and length, ranging from short walks that take only a few hours to multi-day expeditions. The term "day hike" typically refers to a hike that can be completed within a day without the need for overnight camping.

    Overall, hiking is a popular way to explore and appreciate nature, offering individuals an opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of urban life and immerse themselves in the great outdoors.

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Etymology of HIKE

The word "hike" has its origins in the 1800s, specifically in the slang of the American frontier. It originated from the words "hiker" and "hicking" which were initially used to describe long walks or tramps. These words likely derived from the Middle English word "hike" or "hychen", meaning "to limp or hobble". The term "hike" gradually shifted from describing walks to indicating a more vigorous activity of walking or marching, often in a rugged or uphill terrain. Over time, it became commonly associated with outdoor recreational activities, in particular, long, vigorous walks in nature.

Idioms with the word HIKE

  • hike (sth) up The idiom "hike (sth) up" is used to describe the act of increasing or raising the price, cost, rate, or amount of something significantly. It implies a sudden and often significant increase in the value or price of a certain item, service, or situation.
  • hike (something) up The idiom "hike (something) up" means to increase the price, level, or intensity of something significantly. It implies raising or raising to a higher level or degree. This can be related to prices, fees, rates, or even an action or behavior.
  • hike up The idiom "hike up" typically means to raise or increase something, usually referring to a price, value, or level.
  • take a hike! The idiom "take a hike!" is used as a colloquial and informal way to tell someone to go away or leave. It is often used when someone is irritated, annoyed, or simply wants to be alone.
  • Take a hike/walk! The idiom "Take a hike/walk!" is typically used as a statement of dismissal or as a command telling someone to go away or leave. It can be considered a polite way of telling someone to leave or to stop bothering you.

Similar spelling words for HIKE

Plural form of HIKE is HIKES

Conjugate verb Hike

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you hike
we let´s hike

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to hike

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

hiked

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I hike
you hike
he/she/it hikes
we hike
they hike

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

hiking

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been hiking
you have been hiking
he/she/it has been hiking
we have been hiking
they have been hiking
I would have hiked
we would have hiked
you would have hiked
he/she/it would have hiked
they would have hiked

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