tour
From Middle French 'tour', meaning 'a turn, a circle'.
NOUN
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tour
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excursión
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viaje
informal
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recorrido
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gira
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concepto de tour
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(No direct equivalent concept in SPANISH but can describe various structured itineraries.)
A journey for pleasure or education, during which several places are visited in succession. It can also refer to a series of performances or appearances by an entertainer or sports team in different places.
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| tours |
- They took a guided tour of the ancient ruins. — A visit to a historical site with a guide.
- The band announced their new album and a world tour. — A series of concerts in various locations.
- Our travel agency specializes in adventure tours to remote regions. — Organized trips focused on adventurous activities.
VERB
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guiar
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navegar
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recorrer
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realizar un tour
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(The action of taking someone on a tour does not have a single-word equivalent in SPANISH.)
To travel around a place or area, especially for pleasure, sightseeing, or professional purposes such as performing or competing.
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| toured | touring |
- She plans to tour Europe next summer with her friends. — To travel through a region for leisure.
- The president will tour the flood-affected areas tomorrow. — To visit various places within an area for official reasons.
- After their hit single, the singer decided to tour the country. — To travel and perform in multiple locations.