Definition of Stride (meaning 1 of 2 — verb)
Quick Meaning of Stride
to take long purposeful steps forward while walking or moving with steady motion
Detailed Definition of Stride
to walk with long confident steps, often showing purpose or determination
How to Pronounce Stride
Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).
Tip: Rhymes with 'wide' and 'tried'. The vowel is long like the 'i' in 'ice'.
Watch out: strĭd with a short vowel; it should be long like in 'wide'
Other Meanings of Stride
“Stride” has 2 distinct meanings in English. You’re viewing meaning #1; here are the other 1:
#2 Stride as a noun
a long step you take when walking; also means important progress or improvement in something
make great strides
Origin and Etymology of Stride
Old English stridan, from Proto-Germanic; related to Old High German stritan (to struggle, strive)
How to Use Stride in a Sentence
Each example shows “stride” in the meaning “to take long purposeful steps forward while walking…”, with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“She walked with long strides down the hall.”
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“The athlete strides across the track with powerful movements.”
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“He was striding confidently when I saw him.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Stride
Common Synonyms for Stride
Smart Synonyms for Stride — When to Use Each
- march
- military or purposeful
- pace
- walk back and forth
- saunter
- casual and slow
Antonyms of Stride
Common Collocations with Stride
These phrases pair with “stride” in everyday English:
- stride forward
- stride across
- stride confidently
- stride into the room
Common Mistakes When Using Stride
Even fluent speakers slip up with “stride”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: He striked down the corridor
- ✓ Correct: He strode down the corridor
- Why: Stride is irregular; past tense is strode, not striked
- ✗ Wrong: They have stride forward confidently
- ✓ Correct: They have stridden forward confidently
- Why: Past participle is stridden, not stride
Words Confused With Stride
- Stride vs Stroll: stroll means to walk casually and relaxed; stride means to walk with long purposeful steps
Other Forms of Stride
Frequently Asked Questions About Stride
What is the meaning of "Stride"?
to take long purposeful steps forward while walking or moving with steady motion
How do you pronounce "Stride"?
The IPA is /straɪd/. Rhymes with 'wide' and 'tried'. The vowel is long like the 'i' in 'ice'.
What part of speech is "Stride"?
"Stride" is a verb at B2 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Stride"?
Common synonyms include march, walk, step.
How do you use "Stride" in a sentence?
For example: "She walked with long strides down the hall."