escape route
Exit path
Use `escape route` when you need a planned way to leave any uncomfortable or dangerous situation.
15 सेकंड में
- A physical or metaphorical path to exit a situation.
- Used for both emergency safety and social excuses.
- Implies preparation and a desire for freedom or relief.
मतलब
An escape route is a plan or a physical path you use to get out of a bad situation. It can be a real door in a fire or a clever excuse to leave a boring party.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Safety briefing at a new office
Please take a moment to locate the nearest escape route in case of fire.
Please take a moment to locate the nearest escape route in case of fire.
Planning for a boring dinner party
If the conversation gets too political, my escape route is pretending I have a headache.
If the conversation gets too political, my escape route is pretending I have a headache.
Discussing a difficult project
We need an escape route if this software launch fails next week.
We need an escape route if this software launch fails next week.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The phrase is deeply rooted in safety regulations like fire drills, but it evolved into a social metaphor. In individualistic cultures, having an 'out' is seen as a sign of social intelligence and self-preservation. It is a common trope in heist movies and spy thrillers, giving it a cool, tactical vibe.
The 'Fake Call' Trick
In English-speaking social circles, the most common figurative 'escape route' is a fake phone call. People often joke about this openly.
Don't say 'Escape Road'
Even though 'route' and 'road' are similar, we almost never say 'escape road'. Stick to `escape route` to sound natural.
15 सेकंड में
- A physical or metaphorical path to exit a situation.
- Used for both emergency safety and social excuses.
- Implies preparation and a desire for freedom or relief.
What It Means
An escape route is your way out. Literally, it is a path to safety during an emergency. Figuratively, it is your 'Plan B' for social or professional traps. It is the exit strategy you keep in your back pocket. You use it when you feel stuck or uncomfortable.
How To Use It
You can use it as a physical noun. For example, "The map shows the escape route." You can also use it for social situations. Use it with verbs like have, need, or plan. It sounds natural in both serious and funny contexts. Just remember it implies a sense of urgency or relief.
When To Use It
Use it when discussing safety at work or home. Use it when you are nervous about a blind date. It is perfect for telling a friend how you will leave a long meeting. If a situation feels heavy, this phrase lightens the mood. It shows you are prepared for the worst.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for simple transitions. If you are just moving from the kitchen to the living room, it is not an escape route. Avoid using it in very solemn moments, like a funeral. It might sound like you are trying to run away from respect. Do not use it if the 'exit' is permanent, like quitting a job forever.
Cultural Background
Western culture loves being prepared and independent. We often joke about 'social battery' and needing an exit. Movies often show heroes finding a secret escape route at the last second. This has made the phrase feel adventurous and smart. It is a staple of action films and office humor alike.
Common Variations
You might hear exit strategy in business meetings. Friends might call it a getaway plan. In sports, commentators talk about an escape route for a trapped player. Sometimes people just say a way out. All of them mean you are looking for freedom.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
The phrase is highly versatile and fits into almost any register. The only 'gotcha' is ensuring you don't use it for very minor things, like walking to the bathroom, as it implies a need to 'escape' something negative.
The 'Fake Call' Trick
In English-speaking social circles, the most common figurative 'escape route' is a fake phone call. People often joke about this openly.
Don't say 'Escape Road'
Even though 'route' and 'road' are similar, we almost never say 'escape road'. Stick to `escape route` to sound natural.
Pronunciation Secret
In the US, 'route' can be pronounced like 'root' or 'rowt' (rhymes with shout). Both are correct for this phrase!
उदाहरण
6Please take a moment to locate the nearest escape route in case of fire.
Please take a moment to locate the nearest escape route in case of fire.
This is the literal, professional use for safety.
If the conversation gets too political, my escape route is pretending I have a headache.
If the conversation gets too political, my escape route is pretending I have a headache.
A metaphorical use for social survival.
We need an escape route if this software launch fails next week.
We need an escape route if this software launch fails next week.
Refers to a backup plan or 'Plan B'.
Call me in ten minutes so I have an escape route!
Call me in ten minutes so I have an escape route!
Using a friend to create an excuse to leave.
I felt like I had no escape route from that toxic situation.
I felt like I had no escape route from that toxic situation.
Expressing a deep emotional feeling of being stuck.
The hero found an escape route through the ventilation shaft!
The hero found an escape route through the ventilation shaft!
Describing a classic movie trope.
खुद को परखो
Choose the best word to complete the social strategy.
I always park my car near the exit so I have a quick ___.
In social contexts, an 'escape route' refers to your planned way to leave quickly.
Identify the literal use of the phrase.
The fire marshal checked that the ___ was not blocked by boxes.
In a fire safety context, 'escape route' is the official term for the path to safety.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality of 'Escape Route'
Joking with friends about leaving a party.
My escape route is the back door!
Standard daily use for plans and paths.
We need an escape route for this project.
Official safety instructions or legal documents.
The building's escape route is clearly marked.
When to use 'Escape Route'
Fire Safety
Locating the stairs in a hotel.
Awkward Dates
Asking a friend to text you an 'emergency'.
Business Strategy
Having a backup plan for a risky investment.
Gaming/Sports
Finding a way out of a corner on the field.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNo, it is very common in social situations. You can use it to describe your plan to leave a boring meeting or a bad date.
Yes, it is perfectly fine. Use it literally for fire safety or figuratively for a project backup plan like We need an escape route if this fails.
An exit is just a door. An escape route is the whole path or the clever plan you use to reach that door.
It can be if you say it to the person you are trying to leave! Use it with friends or in your own head to avoid being impolite.
You can say it like 'root' (common in UK/US) or 'rowt' (common in US). Both are understood everywhere.
Not really. Way out is a good alternative, but escape way sounds unnatural to native speakers.
No, it is a standard English collocation. It is used in official safety manuals and casual conversation alike.
It is a pre-planned excuse to leave a social event, like saying I have to wake up early tomorrow.
Yes, if a player is surrounded by opponents, a commentator might say they found an escape route to pass the ball.
Not always. Sometimes it just implies boredom or a desire to be somewhere else, like escaping a long queue.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Exit strategy
A pre-planned means of extricating oneself from a situation, often used in business.
Plan B
An alternative strategy used if the first plan fails.
A way out
A method of escaping from a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Getaway
A quick departure, especially after committing a crime or to go on vacation.
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