A1 noun Neutral #4,951 most common

trip

/trɪp/

A trip is a journey to a place and back again, usually for pleasure or a specific purpose like work. It often implies a shorter duration than a 'journey'.

Examples

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1

I am planning a trip to the beach this weekend.

I have a plan to go to the seaside for a short visit.

2

The manager approved the business trip to London.

The boss said yes to the work journey to London.

3

Did you have a good trip to your grandmother's house?

Was your travel to your grandmother's home nice?

Word Family

Noun
trip
Verb
trip
Related
tripper
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Memory Tip

Remember the T-R-I-P: To Really Inspect Places!

Quick Quiz

My parents are going on a ______ to Italy for their anniversary.

Correct!

The correct answer is: trip

Examples

1

I am planning a trip to the beach this weekend.

everyday

I have a plan to go to the seaside for a short visit.

2

The manager approved the business trip to London.

business

The boss said yes to the work journey to London.

3

Did you have a good trip to your grandmother's house?

informal

Was your travel to your grandmother's home nice?

4

The class went on a field trip to the science museum.

academic

The students visited the museum to learn as part of their class.

5

The committee members requested a formal report on the overseas trip.

formal

The group asked for an official paper about the travel to another country.

Word Family

Noun
trip
Verb
trip
Related
tripper

Common Collocations

take a trip to go on a journey
business trip a journey for work
day trip a journey that lasts one day
round trip a journey to a place and back again
school trip a journey for students organized by a school

Common Phrases

Have a nice trip!

I hope you enjoy your journey!

Road trip

A long journey made by car.

Guilt trip

Making someone feel bad to make them do what you want.

Often Confused With

trip vs travel

Travel is a general activity (often a verb), while a trip is one specific instance of going somewhere and coming back (a noun).

trip vs journey

A journey is usually much longer or more difficult, while a trip is often short and for pleasure.

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Usage Notes

Use 'trip' for the whole process of going somewhere and returning. It is a countable noun, so you can have 'many trips'.

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Common Mistakes

Don't say 'I made a travel'; instead, say 'I took a trip' or 'I went on a trip'.

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Memory Tip

Remember the T-R-I-P: To Really Inspect Places!

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Word Origin

Originates from the Middle English 'trippen', which meant to step lightly, skip, or dance.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun (plural: trips) Used with verbs: take, go on, make
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Cultural Context

In American culture, the 'road trip' is a common vacation style involving long drives across states.

Quick Quiz

My parents are going on a ______ to Italy for their anniversary.

Correct!

The correct answer is: trip

Related Phrases

More Travel words

map

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A map is a visual representation or drawing of an area, such as a city, country, or the entire world. It shows physical features like roads, rivers, and landmarks to help people find locations or navigate from one place to another.

passenger

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A passenger is a person who travels in a vehicle, such as a car, bus, train, or airplane, but is not driving it or working on it. They usually pay a fare or have a ticket to travel from one place to another.

hostel

A1

A budget-friendly type of accommodation where guests usually rent a bed in a shared room (dormitory) and share common facilities like a kitchen or lounge. It is popular among students, backpackers, and young travelers looking for an affordable way to stay in a city.

reservation

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A reservation is an arrangement you make in advance to keep a seat, a table, or a room for yourself. It ensures that you have a place when you arrive at a hotel, restaurant, or on a train.

check-in

A1

The process of reporting your arrival at a hotel, airport, or event. It usually involves showing your ID and receiving things like a room key or a boarding pass.

reception

A1

The place in a hotel or office building where people go when they first arrive. It is the area where guests are greeted and can ask for information or check in.

key

A1

A small piece of metal used for opening or closing a lock on a door, suitcase, or vehicle. In travel, it often refers to a metal object or an electronic card used to access a hotel room.

lobby

A1

A lobby is a large room near the entrance of a building, like a hotel or theater, where people can wait or meet. It is the first area you enter and usually has a reception desk and seating.

elevator

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A machine like a small room that carries people up and down between different floors of a building. It is an essential form of vertical transportation in tall buildings to avoid using stairs.

shower

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A device that washes the body with a spray of water, or the act of washing oneself under such a spray. It is a standard fixture in bathrooms used for daily personal hygiene.

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