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climb

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /klaɪm/

KK: /klaɪm/

intransitive verb
Definition

To move upward using your hands and feet, or to grow upward like some plants.


Example

The children love to climb trees in the park.


Tense Forms

Past: climbed

Past Participle: climbed


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried to climb a mountain before?
Sloth B
Not yet, but it's on my bucket list!
Sloth A
You should definitely give it a shot; it’s such an amazing experience to climb.
Sloth B
I can imagine! I’d love to see the view from the top.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ascend
scale
mount
Antonyms
descend
drop
fall
noun
Definition

An act of moving upward, especially by using the hands and feet; it can also refer to a steep place that needs to be ascended.


Example

The climb to the mountain peak was challenging but rewarding.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about that new trail with the steep climb?
Sloth B
Yeah, I heard it's really challenging but worth it for the views.
Sloth A
I want to try it this weekend if the weather is nice.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To go up or ascend something, often using your hands and feet.


Example

She decided to climb the steep hill to get a better view.


Tense Forms

Past: climbed

Past Participle: climbed


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see how she climbed that tree yesterday?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was impressive! I could never do that.
Sloth A
I wonder what it’s like to climb something that tall.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Climb → The word 'climb' originates from Old English 'climban', meaning to ascend or scale. It describes the action of moving upward, typically using the hands and feet.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'climban' which means to ascend — this helps you remember that 'climb' means to go up.

Visually Confused Words
sclimb
limb
upclimb
unclimb
reclimb
sclim
limby
limbu
Is this page helpful?
Sounds like a plan! Just make sure to bring plenty of water for the climb.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ascent
rise
elevation
Antonyms
descent
drop
decline
It must feel amazing to see everything from up there!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ascend
scale
surmount
Antonyms
descend
drop
fall