perambulate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /pəˈræmbjʊleɪt/
KK: /pəˈræmbjʊleɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To walk around in a leisurely or wandering manner.
Example
On sunny days, I like to perambulate through the park and enjoy the scenery.
Tense Forms
Past: perambulated
Past Participle: perambulated
Conversation
I love to perambulate in the park on weekends.
That sounds relaxing! How long do you usually walk?
I usually spend a couple of hours just wandering around.
Nice! It’s a great way to clear your mind.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stroll
wander
roam
Antonyms
stay
halt
remain
transitive verb
Definition
To walk around an area, especially to inspect or examine it.
Example
The park ranger will perambulate the trails to ensure they are safe for visitors.
Tense Forms
Past: perambulated
Past Participle: perambulated
Conversation
Have you ever thought about where to perambulate in the city?
Not really, but I guess walking around can be fun.
Yeah, I love to perambulate through the parks on weekends.
Root Explanation
Perambulate → It is formed from "per-" (meaning through) and "ambulare" (meaning to walk). The word describes the act of walking through an area, often for the purpose of surveying or inspecting it.
Memory Tip
Imagine walking 'through' ('per-') a place to explore it — that's what perambulate means.
Visually Confused Words
preambulate
perulate
ambulate
pretabulate
permutate