bon voyage
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
Noun: * A phrase used to express good wishes to someone who is about to embark on a journey or trip. It is a farewell sentiment hoping for a pleasant and safe trip.
Usage
"Bon voyage" is a direct borrowing from French, meaning "good journey." It is used as a standalone expression of goodwill, typically said or written to someone departing on a trip. It functions as a noun when referring to the wish itself.
Examples
- We all shouted "bon voyage!" as the ship sailed away.
- She called to wish me a bon voyage before my flight.
- The card simply read, "Bon voyage! We'll miss you."
Advanced Usage
- The phrase can be used metaphorically to wish someone well at the start of any new venture or endeavor, not just a physical journey.
- As he left to start his new company, his mentor offered a hearty "bon voyage."
Variants and Related Words
- Send-off (n): A demonstration of goodwill and farewell for someone starting a journey or new venture.
- They gave her a wonderful send-off at the airport.
- Farewell (n): An act of parting or of marking someone's departure.
- It was a tearful farewell.
Synonyms
- Safe travels
- Have a good trip
- Godspeed
Related Idioms
- To see someone off: To accompany someone to their point of departure to say goodbye.
- I'll come to the station to see you off.
Noun
- an organized expression of goodwill at the start of a trip or new venture