Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈtrævəl/
KK: /ˈtrævəl/
Definition
To go from one place to another, often over a long distance.
Example
I love to travel to new countries during my vacations.
Tense Forms
Past: traveled
Past Participle: traveled
Conversation

Have you ever thought about how far sound can travel in open spaces?

Yeah, it's fascinating! Sometimes it feels like it goes on forever.

I wonder if we could travel that far in our conversations too.

Definitely! Good ideas can really travel from person to person.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Definition
The act of going from one place to another, often for pleasure or business.
Example
I love to travel to new countries during my vacations.
Conversation

I’ve been thinking about our next trip and how much I love to travel.

Me too! I can’t wait to explore new places together.

Do you have any specific destinations in mind for our travel?
Definition
To go from one place to another, often over a long distance, usually for pleasure or business.
Example
I love to travel to new countries during my vacations.
Tense Forms
Past: traveled
Past Participle: traveled
Conversation

Have you ever thought about how much you want to travel this year?

Definitely! I want to explore new countries and cultures.

I was thinking we could travel together to Europe next summer.
Root Explanation
Travel originates from the Old French word 'travailler', meaning to work or toil. The word reflects the effort and labor often associated with journeys or movement from one place to another.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word 'travailler', which means to work hard — this helps you remember that 'travel' often involves effort and movement.
Visually Confused Words
ravel
retravel
betravel
thrave
tavell
strave
gravel
tave