travesía
“travesía” means “voyage” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
voyage, crossing
Also: trek
📝 In Action
La travesía del Atlántico duró dos semanas.
B1The Atlantic crossing lasted two weeks.
Completaron su travesía por el desierto sin problemas.
B2They completed their journey through the desert without problems.
Fue una travesía muy dura por las montañas.
A2It was a very tough trek through the mountains.
side street, alleyway
Also: thoroughfare
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El hotel está en una pequeña travesía tranquila.
B1The hotel is on a small, quiet side street.
Cuidado, esa travesía es muy estrecha para el coche.
B2Careful, 그 side street is too narrow for the car.
Gira en la primera travesía a la derecha.
A2Turn at the first side street on the right.
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Words that translate to "travesía" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: travesía
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Which of these is the most likely 'travesía'?
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Derived from the Latin 'transversa,' meaning 'things that are across' or 'lying crosswise.'
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'travesía' only for sea travel?
No! While common for sailing, it can be used for crossing deserts, mountains, or even just a long road trip across a continent.
What is the difference between 'viaje' and 'travesía'?
'Viaje' is the general word for any trip. 'Travesía' sounds more adventurous and specific to the act of crossing from one side of a territory to the other.
Can I use 'travesía' to mean a 'shortcut'?
Sometimes. In urban settings, a 'travesía' is often a smaller street that serves as a connector between two main roads, acting like a shortcut.