A2noun5K

Traveller

UK /["/ˈtrævələ(r)/"]/US /["/ˈtrævələr/"]/

Definition

a person who is travelling or who often travels

In simple words: A person who goes on a journey or trip.

Examples

  • The traveller packed his bags for a long journey.
  • As a frequent traveller, she has visited over 30 countries.
  • A good traveller always keeps an open mind about new cultures.
  • The traveller took many photographs during her trip to Paris.
  • Every traveller should learn a few basic phrases in the local language.

Usage notes

Use 'traveller' when talking about someone who is visiting a place. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in very casual situations where 'tourist' might be more suitable.

Grammar pattern

traveller + noun (destination)

Memory hint

Think of 'travel' + 'er' - an 'er' who travels.

Collocations

  • business
  • corporate
  • commercial
  • attract
  • deter
  • cater to

Synonyms

  • tourist
  • globetrotter
  • voyager
  • wanderer
  • explorer

Antonyms

  • homebody
  • stay-at-home

Common mistakes

  • Often misspelled as 'traveler' in American English.
  • 'Traveler' confused with 'travelling' which refers to the act.
  • Mixing 'traveller' and 'tourist' as they have different connotations.