What it means
여정 is a more literary and poetic word for journey or voyage — the experience of travel rather than the physical trip. Common in K-pop ballads and motivational content about life's journey.
Nuance & when to use
여행 = travel (casual, physical trip). 여정 = journey (poetic, the experience/process). 긴 여정 = a long journey. 인생의 여정 = the journey of life. Many K-pop songs and dramas use 여정 to describe a character's growth and path through life.
⚠ Common mistake
여정 ≠ 여행. 여행 is for trips you take. 여정 is the meaning and experience of a journey, often used metaphorically.
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FAQ
When is this used?
여행 = travel (casual, physical trip). 여정 = journey (poetic, the experience/process). 긴 여정 = a long journey. 인생의 여정 = the journey of life. Many K-pop songs and dramas use 여정 to describe a character's growth and path through life.
What's a common mistake?
여정 ≠ 여행. 여행 is for trips you take. 여정 is the meaning and experience of a journey, often used metaphorically.
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