trek
/tɹɛk/noun
A long, hard journey, often made on foot.
Example sentence
- “The trek to the mountain village took three days.”
Borrowed from Afrikaans. Informally it exaggerates any tiring walk: 'it's a real trek to the station'.
Related words
hikeA long walk taken for exercise or enjoyment, often in the countryside.safariA journey into wild country, especially in Africa, to watch, photograph, or hunt animals in their natural habitat.nomadA person belonging to a group that moves from place to place with their animals instead of settling in one home.resortA place people visit for holidays and relaxation, usually offering hotels, entertainment, and leisure facilities.expatSomeone living for a time in a country that is not their own, often for work, training, or study.hostelA budget place to stay overnight where travelers, especially young ones, often share rooms and bathrooms.