viaggio
Il viaggio in treno da Milano a Roma dura circa tre ore.
The train journey from Milan to Rome takes about three hours.
A trip from one place to another, especially a long or foreign one.
Stiamo organizzando un viaggio in Giappone per l'estate prossima.
We're planning a trip to Japan for next summer.
Il suo viaggio di lavoro è stato posticipato a causa del maltempo.
His business trip was postponed due to bad weather.
Can refer to physical travel or metaphorical journeys (e.g., life's journey).
A long or difficult process or experience.
La sua guarigione è stata un viaggio pieno di ostacoli.
Her recovery was a long journey filled with obstacles.
Often used in emotional or personal contexts.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Distinguish from 'viaggiare'
'Viaggio' is the noun (journey/trip), while 'viaggiare' is the verb (to travel). Example: 'Ho fatto un viaggio' (I took a trip) vs. 'Mi piace viaggiare' (I like to travel).
Gold Rule
Use with 'fare' for trips
The verb 'fare' is commonly paired with 'viaggio' to indicate taking a trip: 'Fare un viaggio' (to take a trip).
Word Origin
From Latin *viaticum* ('travel provisions, journey'), derived from *via* ('road, way').
Usage Notes
Used for both short and long trips; context determines scale. 'Viaggio' is neutral, while 'passeggiata' implies a short, leisurely walk.