Meaning
To begin a trip or a new endeavor.
Cultural Background
Deeply linked to the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage route. Often used in political or social movements to describe a new direction. Common in novels to describe a character's growth. Used to sound serious about a new project.
Use it for impact
Use this phrase when you want to sound thoughtful and serious about your future.
Don't overdo it
Using it for small things makes you sound like a drama queen.
Meaning
To begin a trip or a new endeavor.
Use it for impact
Use this phrase when you want to sound thoughtful and serious about your future.
Don't overdo it
Using it for small things makes you sound like a drama queen.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Después de graduarme, decidí _________ el camino de mi carrera.
The correct collocation is 'emprender el camino'.
Which sentence is more appropriate?
Choose the best option for a formal speech.
The first option is more formal and fits the context of a speech.
Match the phrase with its meaning.
Match 'Emprender el camino' with the correct definition.
It means to begin a trip or endeavor.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesDespués de graduarme, decidí _________ el camino de mi carrera.
The correct collocation is 'emprender el camino'.
Choose the best option for a formal speech.
The first option is more formal and fits the context of a speech.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
It means to begin a trip or endeavor.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is a metaphor for any long-term project.
Yes, it works well for long car trips.
Related Phrases
Ponerse en camino
synonymTo start a physical trip.
Iniciar el camino
similarTo begin the path.
Emprender una aventura
builds onTo start an adventure.
Emprender un negocio
specialized formTo start a business.
