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I took a trip. vs I went to a trip.

The phrase 'I took a trip.' is correct, while 'I went to a trip.' is incorrect. In English, we use 'take a trip' to indicate that someone has traveled somewhere. 'Go on a trip' is also a valid alternative.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 1182 views

I took a trip.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that someone has traveled somewhere. It is a common way to express the action of going on a journey.

Examples:

  • I took a trip to Europe last summer.
  • She took a trip to the beach for the weekend.
  • They took a trip to the mountains for a hiking adventure.
  • He took a trip to visit his family in another state.
  • We took a trip to the countryside to enjoy nature.
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Alternatives:

  • I went on a trip.
  • I went for a trip.
  • I went on a journey.
  • I went traveling.
  • I went away for a trip.

I went to a trip.

This phrase is incorrect in English. 'Go to a trip' is not a common expression.

  • I went to a trip.
  • I went to a rock-and-roll concert.
  • I went to a really dark place.
  • I went to a great party last weekend.
  • So I went to a pay phone to call the police.
  • I went to a party for her crew.
  • I went to a party with Bret E. Ellis.
  • I went to a hotel with him.
  • And I went to a few more of these memory contests.
  • Yes, I went to a farm.
  • I went to a wedding once where we all shared porridge.
  • I went to a party directly from the Green Mill.
  • Okay, so I went to a school called Crossroads.
  • And then I went to a family dinner that night.
  • I went to a doctor in Memphis.
  • I went to a doctor one time who had an orange office.
  • Once, I went to a hotel.
  • I went to a travel agency instead.
  • Today I went to a woman's place.
  • We have the same my mother died, I went to a boarding school.
  • I went to a funeral today.

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