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The footpaths were muddy after rain.
What does Footpaths mean?
Paths for walking.
Dictionary definition
Paths for people walking.
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Footpaths in a sentence
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Several footpaths crossed the meadow.
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Clear footpaths help walkers move safely through parks, towns, or countryside.
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What does footpaths mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to footpaths?
Walkways is close in meaning to footpaths.
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Which word is an antonym of footpaths?
Roadways contrasts with footpaths.
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WordFootpaths.
Partnoun.
MeaningFootpaths means Paths for walking.
ExampleExample: The footpaths were muddy after rain.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- foot · paths
- Strongest beat
- foot
- Ending
- paths
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on foot.
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Synonyms
Words like Footpaths
walkwaysPaths for walking.
footpathRelated word that supports the meaning of footpaths.
Antonyms
Opposite words
roadwaysRoutes mainly for vehicles.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to footpaths, depending on context.
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Footpaths word family
Base word
footpaths
noun
footpathses
More than one footpaths.
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Hint for students
Footpaths are paths for people walking.
Common mix-up
Footpaths are not the same as roads. Roads are usually for vehicles; footpaths are for walkers.
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Write one sentence that shows footpaths without using the word footpaths. Example: Several narrow walking trails crossed the park and led to the picnic area. Clue words: several, narrow walking trails, crossed the park Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show more than one path for walking?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The map showed several footpaths around the lake." Why does footpaths fit better than highways?
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