Viajar (en. Travel)

/biaˈxaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To move from one place to another.
She decides to travel to Europe every summer.
Ella decide viajar a Europa cada verano.
To go to another country or region for leisure or work purposes.
We love to travel during vacations.
Nos encanta viajar durante las vacaciones.
To traverse different places within a set period.
We are going to travel all over South America.
Vamos a viajar por toda América del Sur.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'viāre' which means 'to go along the way'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

travel light
To travel with little baggage.
viajar ligero
travel blindly
To travel without prior planning.
viajar a ciegas
travel in a group
To move with a group of people.
viajar en grupo

Related Words

trip
Action of traveling.
viaje
traveler
Person who travels.
viajero
itinerary
Route or travel plan.
itinerario

Slang Meanings

To take an economical trip.
They always travel in backpacker mode.
Ellos siempre viajan en modo mochilero.
To go out for a party or getaway.
We are going to travel to the beach this weekend.
Vamos a viajar a la playa este fin de semana.
To get away from the routine.
I need to travel and disconnect a bit.
Necesito viajar y desconectarme un poco.