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Journey

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdʒɜːni/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdʒɜːrni/"]/

Meaning of Journey

an act of travelling from one place to another, especially when they are far apart

In simple words: A trip from one place to another.

Journey in a sentence

• The journey to the mountains took us three hours.
• She felt that her journey in life was just beginning.
• Every journey starts with a single step.
• His journey across the desert was difficult and long.
• I love to read about the journey of famous explorers.

How to use Journey

Use 'journey' for travel experiences or personal growth. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid it in very casual conversations about short trips.

Grammar pattern

journey + object

Memory hint

Think of 'journey' as a 'journeyy' (gosh, it's long!) — imagine packing a bag for a long trek.

Related words

Collocations with Journey

• long
• marathon
• short
• go on
• have
• make
• take (somebody)
• begin
• end
• time
• on journey
• journey by
• journey of
• be tired after a journey
• be tired from a journey
• a leg of a journey

Synonyms for Journey

• trip
• voyage
• expedition
• travel
• trek

Opposites of Journey

• arrival
• destination

Common mistakes with Journey

• Using 'journey' instead of 'trip' for short travels.
• Confusing 'journey' with 'adventure' when the context is different.

Frequently asked questions about Journey

What does Journey mean?

A trip from one place to another.

What is the definition of Journey?

an act of travelling from one place to another, especially when they are far apart

How do you use Journey in a sentence?

The journey to the mountains took us three hours.

Can you give another example of Journey?

She felt that her journey in life was just beginning.

What are synonyms for Journey?

Common alternatives include trip, voyage, expedition, travel, trek.

What is the opposite of Journey?

Opposite meanings include arrival, destination.

What words go with Journey?

It commonly pairs with long, marathon, short, go on, have, make, take (somebody), begin, end, time, on journey, journey by, journey of, be tired after a journey, be tired from a journey, a leg of a journey.

What are common mistakes when using Journey?

Using 'journey' instead of 'trip' for short travels. Confusing 'journey' with 'adventure' when the context is different.

How do you pronounce Journey?

US: /["/ˈdʒɜːrni/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdʒɜːni/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Journey?

Use 'journey' for travel experiences or personal growth. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid it in very casual conversations about short trips.

What CEFR level is Journey?

"Journey" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.