Viajaba (en. Traveled)

/bjaˈxaβa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Moving from one place to another, usually far from where one resides.
She traveled through Europe during the summer.
Ella viajaba por Europa durante el verano.
Traveling by means of transportation.
Last year, I traveled by train every day.
El año pasado, viajaba en tren todos los días.
Taking a trip, whether for leisure or work.
We traveled to the beach every year.
Nosotros viajábamos cada año a la playa.

Etymology

From the verb 'viajar', which comes from the Latin 'viāre', related to 'way'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

travel light
Traveling without carrying much luggage.
viajar ligero
travel in a group
Moving alongside several people.
viajar en grupo
hitchhike
Hitchhiking to get free transport.
viajar a dedo

Related Words

trip
Transfer from one place to another.
viaje
traveler
Person who travels.
viajero
travel agency
Action of traveling or condition of being a traveler.
viajería

Slang Meanings

Being on tour
Last year I was on tour through several cities.
El año pasado viajaba de tour por varias ciudades.
To troll
When I traveled, I sometimes trolled my friends with stories.
Cuando viajaba, a veces troleaba a mis amigos con historias.