walkable

adjective

walk·​able ˈwȯ-kə-bəl 

: capable of or suitable for being walked

a very walkable city

a walkable distance

Examples of walkable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Officials with the team and Crown Center envision a revitalizing, mixed-use entertainment district anchored by the new stadium and geared toward the family-friendly, walkable nature Crown Center already provides. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026

Packable, walkable, comfortable—three keywords to bookmark when shopping for a travel sandal, though finding all of them in one pair can be a journey of its own. — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026

Although the resort sits directly on the water, don’t come expecting a long, walkable beach. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026

Coming in at number 10 was Roanoke, Virginia, noted for its walkable downtown, growing food scene, and, of course, its access to the great outdoors, including the nearby Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Parkway. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1736, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

walkable

adjective

walk·​able ˈwȯ-kə-bəl 

: capable of or suitable for being walked

a very walkable city

a walkable distance