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"sidewalk" vs "pavement"

Both 'sidewalk' and 'pavement' are correct terms used to refer to a pedestrian walkway along the side of a road. The choice between the two may depend on regional differences in English usage.

Last Updated: March 22, 2024

sidewalk

This is a correct term used in American English to refer to a pedestrian walkway along the side of a road.

It is commonly used in American English to describe the path for pedestrians next to a road or street.

Examples:

  • She walked along the sidewalk to get to the store.
  • The children were playing hopscotch on the sidewalk.

Alternatives:

  • footpath
  • pavement
  • walkway
  • path

pavement

This is a correct term used in British English to refer to a pedestrian walkway along the side of a road.

It is commonly used in British English to describe the path for pedestrians next to a road or street.

Examples:

  • She crossed the street and walked on the pavement.
  • The pavement was wet after the rain.

Alternatives:

  • footpath
  • sidewalk
  • walkway
  • path

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