Excursión (en. Trip)
/eks.kurˈsjon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A short trip to a specific place, usually for recreational or educational purposes.
We took an excursion to the mountain last weekend.
Hicimos una excursión a la montaña el fin de semana pasado.
Activity of stepping out of daily routine to discover new places.
The excursion to the museum was very educational.
La excursión al museo fue muy educativa.
Trip that involves a tour through a field or natural area.
We organized an excursion along the coast.
Nosotros organizamos una excursión por la costa.
Etymology
From Latin 'excurrere', meaning 'to run out'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
school excursion
Activity outside the classroom to learn in a practical environment.
excursión escolar
day trip
An outing that takes place in one day and returns to the starting point.
excursión de un día
tourist excursion
Visit to various places of tourist interest on an organized trip.
excursión turística
Related Words
tourism
Activity of traveling for pleasure.
turismo
adventure
Exciting experience that involves risks or challenges.
aventura
outdoor activity
Any activity carried out in nature.
actividad al aire libre
Slang Meanings
To go on an excursion
This weekend we are going on an excursion to the beach.
Este fin de semana vamos de excursión a la playa.
Strip excursion
We are going to do a strip excursion through the park.
Vamos a hacer una excursión de cinta por el parque.