The journey
Example: The journey takes several hours by train
Definition
"The journey" refers to the act or process of traveling from one place to another, often involving a considerable distance or duration. It emphasizes the experience and passage of time during travel, such as when a journey takes several hours by train.
Etymology
The phrase "the journey" comes from the Old French word 'jornee,' which originally meant a day's travel or work. Over time, it evolved in English to signify any trip or travel from one location to another, highlighting the passage rather than the destination itself.
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"The journey" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 116 commonly used words.
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