Basic Details
Word: Kayak
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, narrow boat that you move through water using a double-bladed paddle.
Synonyms: Canoe, boat
Antonyms: Ship, yacht
Idioms and Phrases
- Take to the kayak: To start becoming interested or involved in kayaking or similar activities. Example: "After our trip to the lake, I decided to take to the kayak and learn how to paddle properly."
- Kayak through life: To navigate through life's challenges smoothly. Example: "She learned to kayak through life with grace, handling every obstacle with ease."
Usage Examples
Example 1: We spent the afternoon exploring the calm lake in our kayak, enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Example 2: My friends and I rented a kayak at the beach to discover hidden coves along the coastline.
Example 3: The instructor taught us how to balance while paddling the kayak during our first lesson.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "kayak" comes from the Greenlandic word "qajaq," which means "to go hunting on water"? Traditional kayaks were often used by Inuit people for hunting and fishing.
Famous Quote
"Life is like a kayak; you have to paddle hard, or you'll drift away." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "kayak" mean?
a) A large ship
b) A small, narrow boat
c) A type of fish
d) A mountain
Answer: b) A small, narrow boat
2. Which of these is a synonym of "kayak"?
a) Airplane
b) Canoe
c) Train
d) Car
Answer: b) Canoe
3. Which of these is an antonym of "kayak"?
a) Canoe
b) Boat
c) Yacht
d) Paddle
Answer: c) Yacht
4. Which sentence uses "kayak" correctly?
a) The kayak flew across the sky.
b) I paddled my kayak down the river this morning.
c) The kayak barked at the strangers.
d) The kayak raced in a marathon.
Answer: b) I paddled my kayak down the river this morning.
5. What does "take to the kayak" mean?
a) To stop using a kayak
b) To begin learning about kayaking
c) To build a kayak
d) To jump out of a kayak
Answer: b) To begin learning about kayaking
