
Route
Cultural Associations
The term 'scenic route' often implies taking a longer path to enjoy the view.
Instead of the highway, let's take the scenic route through the countryside.
Figurative Use
People sometimes use 'route' metaphorically for plans or methods to achieve something.
Studying hard is a good route to success in exams.
Variable Pronunciation
The word 'route' can be pronounced as 'root' or 'rowt' depending on the region.
In the UK, 'route' is typically pronounced 'root'.