Path and Way
2020-09-19
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1Today we answer a question from Taro. Taro writes:
2How are "way" and "path" different? Could you explain these more to me? - Taro.
3Dear Taro,
4Thank you for writing to us. Both words have more than one meaning.
5After we consider the meaning of each one, we will look at what the two words have in common. I hope it helps!
6The word "way" can mean how someone behaves, appears or feels.
7Here is an example of how to use it in a sentence:
8She just wants to do it her way, and not her mother's way.
9"Way" can also mean a method or system for doing something. For example:
10The easiest way to do this is to leave plenty of time for everything.
11A "path" can be a narrow clearing or markings left in the ground from the movement of people or animals.
12Some paths are created for people to walk or ride on, such as a bike path. Here is an example:
13The bike path led to the beach.
14A "path" can also mean a series of actions leading to a result or even a way of living.
15She did not enjoy medicine. So, she chose a different career path.
16Now, let me tell you how the words "way" and "path" are similar.
17Both words can describe the area in front of someone or something that is moving. Here are two examples:
18A tree had fallen and was blocking our way.
19The fire destroyed everything in its path.
20"Path" and "way" are also similar when they are describing a road or something that people use to move from one place to another.
21However, there are some differences between the two words.
22One difference is that "way" can describe more than one connected road or path.
23But we use "path" to describe just one singular road or route.
24An example of this is:
25Can you tell me the way to the beach?
26Using "way" here could show that the route has more than one path, but combined they are one "way."
27So, if you ask:
28Which path do I take to get to the old forest?
29You probably mean there is one path to get there.
30I hope that helps to answer your question, Taro.
31And that's Ask a Teacher.
32What questions do you have about American English? Send us an email at learningenglish@voanews.com
33I'm Gregory Stachel.
34And I'm Jill Robbins.
1Today we answer a question from Taro. Taro writes: 2Question: 3How are "way" and "path" different? Could you explain these more to me? - Taro. 4Answer: 5Dear Taro, 6Thank you for writing to us. Both words have more than one meaning. After we consider the meaning of each one, we will look at what the two words have in common. I hope it helps! 7Way 8The word "way" can mean how someone behaves, appears or feels. Here is an example of how to use it in a sentence: 9She just wants to do it her way, and not her mother's way. 10"Way" can also mean a method or system for doing something. For example: 11The easiest way to do this is to leave plenty of time for everything. 12Path 13A "path" can be a narrow clearing or markings left in the ground from the movement of people or animals. Some paths are created for people to walk or ride on, such as a bike path. Here is an example: 14The bike path led to the beach. 15A "path" can also mean a series of actions leading to a result or even a way of living. 16She did not enjoy medicine. So, she chose a different career path. 17Similarities between 'way' and 'path' 18Now, let me tell you how the words "way" and "path" are similar. 19Both words can describe the area in front of someone or something that is moving. Here are two examples: 20A tree had fallen and was blocking our way. 21The fire destroyed everything in its path. 22"Path" and "way" are also similar when they are describing a road or something that people use to move from one place to another. However, there are some differences between the two words. 23One difference is that "way" can describe more than one connected road or path. But we use "path" to describe just one singular road or route. An example of this is: 24Can you tell me the way to the beach? 25Using "way" here could show that the route has more than one path, but combined they are one "way." So, if you ask: 26Which path do I take to get to the old forest? 27You probably mean there is one path to get there. 28I hope that helps to answer your question, Taro. 29And that's Ask a Teacher. 30What questions do you have about American English? Send us an email at learningenglish@voanews.com 31I'm Gregory Stachel. 32And I'm Jill Robbins. 33Gregory Stachel and Jill Robbins wrote this story for VOA Learning English. George Grow was the editor. 34_______________________________________________________________ 35Words in This Story 36beach - n. an area covered with sand or small rocks that is next to an ocean or lake 37bike - n. bicycle; a two-wheeled vehicle that a person rides by pushing on foot pedals 38route - n. a way to get from one place to another place 39Do you have a question for the teacher? We want to hear from you. Write to us in the Comments Section or send us an email at learningenglish@voanews.com.