Voyage vs. Journey
In this lesson, we're gonna present the differences and similarities between these two words for you. Wanna join me? Well, come on.
What Is Their Main Difference?
Both refer to going to a place temporarily in order to relax and have fun. However, 'journey' is shorter than 'voyage'. A 'voyage' is usually a long trip on the ocean and it is not as common as 'journey' among native speakers.
Differences
'Journey' is shorter than 'voyage'. Additionally, 'voyage' usually refers to a trip by the ocean or the sea, and it is not as commonly-used as 'journey'. Look at the examples below:
Most people say enjoy the
Our
'Voyage', however, refers to a longer trip usually on the sea or the ocean. This word was more prevalent back in the old days. Check out the following examples:
He's on his
The biography is filled with the recollection of her
Similarities
Both indicate going on a trip somewhere temporarily in order to enjoy your time. Check out the examples below:
So, have you been enjoying your
In order to find out about the details of Jonathon's
Are They Interchangeable?
Most native speakers use these two words interchangeably nowadays. Compare:
✓ Let me tell you about all ups and downs in my
✓ Let me tell you about all ups and downs in my
As you can see, both examples are correct and nearly the same.