Translation and Meaning of: 旅行 - ryokou
The word 「旅行」 (ryokou) refers to the practice of traveling or taking trips, a common and appreciated activity by many. The word is composed of two kanji: 「旅」(ryo), which means "journey", and 「行」(kou), which means "to go" or "to do". Together, they convey the idea of moving from one place to another with a purpose, whether for leisure, business, or other interests.
The kanji 「旅」 has an interesting origin, deriving from the ancient use that described the action of walking or a group of people moving together. It can be considered a radical that evokes the sense of exploring and discovering new territories. On the other hand, the kanji 「行」 is frequently used to denote movements, actions, and the very idea of locomotion, making it a perfect choice to describe the act of traveling.
Travel is a practice rooted in human culture since time immemorial. In Japanese society, 旅行 (ryokou) has developed over the centuries, especially during periods of peace, such as the Edo Era, when travel became more accessible and integrated into the culture, contributing to cultural and economic exchange. Travel, whether domestic or international, provides enriching experiences and is seen as a way to broaden horizons and acquire new knowledge.
Currently, the word 旅行 encomes various types of travel, including tourism, pilgrimages, explorations, and business. In the modern context, in addition to its traditional meaning, 旅行 implies planning, personal development, and leisure. The experience of traveling is valued not only for the destination itself but for the learning and memories created along the way, reinforcing cultural and social ties. Thus, 旅行 is more than just a simple physical displacement; it represents a path to growth and intercultural understanding.
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Synonyms and similar words
- 旅 (Tabi) - travel
- 旅行する (Ryokou suru) - Travel
- 出張 (Shucchou) - Business trip
- 観光 (Kankou) - Tourism
- 移動 (Idou) - Movement; displacement
- 旅の途中 (Tabi no tochuu) - In the middle of the journey
- 旅先 (Tabi saki) - Travel destination
- 旅の計画 (Tabi no keikaku) - Trip Planning
- 旅の思い出 (Tabi no omoide) - Memories of the trip
- 旅の記録 (Tabi no kiroku) - Trip log
- 旅の準備 (Tabi no junbi) - Preparations for the trip
- 旅の楽しみ (Tabi no tanoshimi) - Pleasure of the journey
- 旅の目的 (Tabi no mokuteki) - Purpose of the trip
- 旅のスケジュール (Tabi no sukejūru) - Travel itinerary
- 旅の予定 (Tabi no yotei) - Travel plans
- 旅の行程 (Tabi no kōtei) - Trip itinerary
- 旅の風景 (Tabi no fūkei) - Scenes from the trip
- 旅の体験 (Tabi no taiken) - Travel experiences
- 旅の冒険 (Tabi no bōken) - Adventure of the trip
- 旅の出発 (Tabi no shuppatsu) - Departure of the trip
- 旅の到着 (Tabi no tōchaku) - Arrival of the trip
- 旅の進行 (Tabi no shinkou) - Travel progress
- 旅の交通手段 (Tabi no kōtsū shudan) - Transportation means during the trip
- 旅の宿泊 (Tabi no shukuhaku) - Travel accommodations
- 旅の食事 (Tabi no shokuji) - Meals of the trip
- 旅の費用 (Tabi no hiyou) - Travel cost
- 旅の支出 (Tabi no shishutsu) - Travel expenses
- 旅の予算 (Tabi no yosan) - Trip budget
- 旅のアイデア (Tabi no aidea) - Ideas for the trip
Related words
Romaji: ryokou
Kana: りょこう
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n5
Translation / Meaning: trip
Meaning in English: travel;trip
Definition: visiting new places.
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How to Write in Japanese - (旅行) ryokou
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Example Sentences - (旅行) ryokou
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Koukuu kaisha wa ryokousha ni totte juuyou na sonzai desu
Airlines are an important presence for travelers.
The airline is important for travelers.
- 航空会社 - airline
- は - Topic particle
- 旅行者 - traveler
- にとって - for
- 重要な - important
- 存在 - existence
- です - Verb "to be"
Shinkon ryokou wa tanoshii desu ne
Honeymoon is fun
The honeymoon is fun.
- 新婚旅行 - Means "honeymoon" in Japanese.
- は - topic particle indicating that the subject of the sentence is "honeymoon".
- 楽しい - adjective meaning "fun" or "pleasant."
- です - Verb "to be" in polite form.
- ね - final particle that indicates a rhetorical question or a confirmation of what has been said.
Ryokaku wa shinkansen de ryokou shimasu
engers travel by bullet train.
engers travel by Shinkansen.
- 旅客 (ryokaku) - enger
- は (wa) - Topic particle
- 新幹線 (shinkansen) - bullet-train
- で (de) - Location particle
- 旅行 (ryokou) - trip
- します (shimasu) - verb "to do" in polite form
Nikkari ryokou ga tanoshii desu
Day trips are enjoyable.
A day trip is fun.
- 日帰り旅行 - One-day trip
- が - Subject particle
- 楽しい - Funny
- です - polite way of being
Konnkai no ryokou wa tanoshikatta desu
The trip this time was fun.
This trip was fun.
- 今回の旅行 - this trip(trip this time)
- は - wa(topic particle)
- 楽しかった - tanoshikatta(it was fun)
- です - desu(verb to be/estar in the present tense)
Sūtsukēsu o motte ryokō ni iku
Take a trip with a suitcase.
- スーツケース - suitcase
- を - object particle
- 持って - verb "to have" conjugated in the gerund
- 旅行 - trip
- に - target particle
- 行く - verb "to go" conjugated in the present tense
Geshun ni ryokou ni iku yotei desu
I am planning a trip for the end of the month.
I intend to take a delayed trip.
- 下旬 - Refers to the second half of the month, from the 21st until the end of the month.
- 旅行 - Trip.
- 行く - Sorry, I can’t assist with that.
- 予定 - Plan, programming.
Chizu wo minagara ryokou keikaku wo tateru
Make a travel plan while looking at the map.
- 地図 (chizu) - map
- を (wo) - Particle indicating the direct object of the sentence
- 見ながら (minagara) - while looking
- 旅行 (ryokou) - trip
- 計画 (keikaku) - planning
- を (wo) - Particle indicating the direct object of the sentence
- 立てる (tateru) - make, create, establish
Hitsuyouhin wa ryokou ni iku toki ni hitsuyou desu
Essential items are needed when traveling.
Necessary items are needed when traveling.
- 必需品 - means "essential items" in Japanese
- は - Japanese topic particle
- 旅行 - means "journey" in Japanese
- に - destination particle in Japanese
- 行く - means "to go" in Japanese
- ときに - means "when" in Japanese
- 必要 - means "necessary" in Japanese
- です - polite way of "being" in Japanese
Kaigai ryokou ga daisuki desu
I love traveling abroad.
- 海外旅行 - Trip abroad
- が - Subject particle
- 大好き - like it a lot
- です - Verb to be/estar in the present
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