Viajar
When you're just starting out in Spanish, one of the most useful verbs to learn is viajar. This verb means 'to travel'. It's a regular -ar verb, which makes it easier to conjugate. You'll use viajar often to talk about going to different places, whether for vacation or work. For example, you might say 'Me gusta viajar' to express that you like to travel. Learning this verb early helps you describe one of life's most common activities.
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Me gusta viajar.
I like to travel.
Nosotros viajamos a España.
We travel to Spain.
Ellos quieren viajar a México.
They want to travel to Mexico.
Tú viajas mucho, ¿verdad?
You travel a lot, right?
Ella viaja en avión.
She travels by plane.
Yo no puedo viajar hoy.
I cannot travel today.
¿Te gusta viajar con amigos?
Do you like to travel with friends?
Vamos a viajar el próximo mes.
We are going to travel next month.
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Which word means 'to travel'?
Viajar means to travel.
Choose the correct sentence: I like to travel.
To say 'I like to travel' in Spanish, you use 'Me gusta viajar'.
Complete the sentence: Ella quiere ___ a España. (She wants to travel to Spain.)
The verb 'viajar' completes the sentence to mean 'She wants to travel to Spain.'
The word 'viajar' is a verb.
Viajar is indeed a verb, meaning 'to travel'.
To say 'we travel' in Spanish, you say 'nosotros viajamos'.
'Nosotros viajamos' is the correct conjugation for 'we travel'.
The sentence 'Yo viajo mañana' means 'I eat tomorrow'.
'Yo viajo mañana' means 'I travel tomorrow', not 'I eat tomorrow'.
This sentence translates to 'I want to travel to Spain.' The verb 'viajar' comes after 'Quiero' (I want).
This means 'She likes to travel a lot.' In Spanish, when expressing liking something, the structure 'A [person] le gusta [verb]' is common.
This question asks, 'Do you like to travel by train?' The structure is similar to the previous exercise.
Imagine you are planning a short trip. Write three sentences in Spanish about where you want to travel, what you want to do, and who you want to travel with.
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Sample answer
Quiero viajar a la playa. Me gusta nadar. Quiero viajar con mis amigos.
You are describing a past trip to a friend. Write three sentences in Spanish about where you traveled, how you traveled, and something interesting you saw.
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Sample answer
Viajé a las montañas en coche. Fui con mi familia. Vi un oso.
Write three sentences in Spanish about your ideal future trip. Where would you go, what would you eat, and what would you learn?
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Sample answer
Viajaría a España. Me gustaría comer paella. Aprendería más español.
¿A dónde va a viajar María en el verano?
Read this passage:
Mi amiga María quiere viajar mucho. Ella va a viajar a México en el verano. Le gusta mucho la comida mexicana y quiere aprender más español. Su hermano, Juan, no quiere viajar tan lejos. Él prefiere viajar a la playa cerca de su casa.
¿A dónde va a viajar María en el verano?
The passage states, 'Ella va a viajar a México en el verano.'
The passage states, 'Ella va a viajar a México en el verano.'
¿Cómo viajaron los padres a Argentina?
Read this passage:
El año pasado, mis padres decidieron viajar a Argentina. Ellos viajaron en avión porque es un viaje largo. Les encantó la cultura y las ciudades. Dicen que el próximo año quieren viajar a un país diferente, quizás Brasil.
¿Cómo viajaron los padres a Argentina?
The passage says, 'Ellos viajaron en avión porque es un viaje largo.'
The passage says, 'Ellos viajaron en avión porque es un viaje largo.'
¿Qué tipo de lugares prefiere visitar Carlos cuando viaja?
Read this passage:
Julia siempre sueña con viajar por el mundo. Ella quiere visitar Europa, Asia y África. Su novio, Carlos, también quiere viajar, pero él prefiere viajar a lugares donde puede practicar deportes de aventura, como escalar montañas o surfear. Ellos van a planear un viaje juntos que tenga algo para los dos.
¿Qué tipo de lugares prefiere visitar Carlos cuando viaja?
The passage states, 'él prefiere viajar a lugares donde puede practicar deportes de aventura, como escalar montañas o surfear.'
The passage states, 'él prefiere viajar a lugares donde puede practicar deportes de aventura, como escalar montañas o surfear.'
This sentence means 'She wants to travel to Mexico.' The word order in Spanish is generally subject + verb + infinitive + preposition + noun.
This means 'We are going to travel in summer.' 'Ir a + infinitive' is used to express future actions, and 'en' means 'in' when referring to seasons.
This means 'I like to travel a lot.' The structure 'a mí me gusta' is common for expressing likes and dislikes in Spanish.
This sentence means 'She dreams of traveling all over the world.' The correct order follows a typical Spanish sentence structure.
This sentence translates to 'To travel to Europe, you need a valid passport.' The infinitive 'viajar' comes after 'Para'.
This sentence means 'I love to travel by train because it's more relaxing.' 'Me encanta' is followed by the infinitive 'viajar'.
Which of the following best captures the essence of how technological advancements have transformed the concept of 'viajar' (to travel) in the 21st century?
While technology has certainly made travel faster and more efficient, option C offers a more comprehensive and nuanced understanding of how technology has truly redefined the *concept* of travel, extending beyond mere logistics to encompass virtual experiences and personalized journeys.
In a philosophical discussion about the human condition, which statement most profoundly reflects the existential implications of 'viajar' (to travel) as a metaphor for life's journey?
This option best captures the profound philosophical resonance of 'viajar' as a metaphor for life, emphasizing personal growth and evolving perspectives over mere physical movement or escapism.
From a geopolitical perspective, how might the widespread phenomenon of 'viajar' (to travel) contribute to, or detract from, the stability of international relations?
This option acknowledges the dual nature of international travel – its potential for fostering understanding while also recognizing its capacity to introduce complexities and even tensions in international relations.
The assertion that 'viajar' (to travel) has, in the modern era, become a fundamental human right rather than a privilege, is a universally accepted principle in international law.
While the right to freedom of movement is recognized, the idea of international travel as a fundamental human right, without qualification or constraint, is not a universally accepted principle in international law. Various factors, such as visa requirements and national security concerns, often regulate and restrict this movement.
The increasing prevalence of 'slow travel' movements indicates a societal shift away from the efficiency-driven ethos of modern 'viajar' (to travel) towards a more contemplative and immersive engagement with destinations.
The 'slow travel' movement explicitly advocates for longer, more in-depth stays and a deeper connection with local cultures, directly contrasting the fast-paced, checklist-driven approach often associated with modern travel.
The etymological roots of 'viajar' (to travel) definitively point to a primary association with arduous journeys undertaken solely for economic gain, precluding any connotations of leisure or exploration.
While historical travel often involved practical or economic motives, the etymology of 'viajar' (from Latin 'viaticum', provisions for a journey) does not exclusively limit its meaning to economic gain, and the concept of travel for exploration, pilgrimage, or even early forms of leisure has existed for centuries.
This sentence speaks to the unpredictable nature of life's journey, aligning with a C2 level understanding of abstract concepts.
This sentence employs sophisticated vocabulary and an abstract notion of freedom and travel, suitable for C2 learners.
This sentence uses advanced verbs and philosophical phrasing, challenging for a C2 learner to order correctly.
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محتوى ذو صلة
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عبارات ذات صلة
مزيد من كلمات travel
acampada
B1The activity of spending a holiday living in a tent.
accesible
B1Able to be reached or entered; available.
acera
A1Sidewalk or pavement; a paved path for pedestrians at the side of a road.
acerca
B1On the subject of; concerning.
adelantar
A2To overtake or advance, to pass another vehicle or person.
adonde
A2To what place or destination.
adónde
A2Where to, to what place.
aduana
A1Customs; the official department that collects duties on imports and exports.
aerolínea
B1A company that provides regular public flights of aircraft for passengers and cargo.
aeropuerto
A1Airport