esplanade

[US]/ˌesplə'neɪd/
[UK]/ˌɛsplə'ned/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.promenade, walking path;flat open area

Example Sentences

take a leisurely stroll along the esplanade

enjoy the sunset on the esplanade

the esplanade is a popular spot for jogging

visit the cafes along the esplanade

attend a concert at the esplanade

the esplanade offers a beautiful view of the city skyline

exercise at the outdoor gym on the esplanade

the esplanade is a great place for picnics

take in the sea breeze at the esplanade

the esplanade is lined with palm trees

Real-world Examples

Except for the vibration of the engines, we might have been pacing an esplanade.

Source: The Disappearing Horizon

A park-like esplanade leads to the national theater.

Source: Uncle Rich takes you on a trip to Europe.

When the rain clears, sun-starved Scots enjoy their esplanade and the beach brings joy to young families.

Source: Uncle Rich takes you on a trip to Europe.

Family members of the crash victims spoke to reporters on a windy esplanade at The Hague after they'd been privately briefed ahead of the press conference.

Source: NPR News October 2015 Collection

Here are a few of the must-see classics in Singapore: Firstly, head to the Marina Promenade, a park that spans the Singapore river from Kallang Riverside Park to Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay.

Source: Travel around the world

There was no middle distance in her perspective—romantic recollections of sunny afternoons on an esplanade, with military bands, officers, and gallants around, stood like gilded letters upon the dark tablet of surrounding Egdon.

Source: Returning Home

Survivors, some wounded and in wheelchairs and even stretchers, and families of victims sat on one side of the esplanade on a crisp and bracing Paris morning, with giant French blue, white and red flags fluttering overhead.

Source: NPR News November 2015 Compilation

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