der Ausflug
Translation
excursion, trip, outing
Examples
Wir machen am Sonntag einen Ausflug.
We're going on a trip on Sunday.
Der Ausflug ans Meer war sehr schön.
The trip to the sea was very nice.
Grammar Patterns
to go on an excursion/trip We're going on a trip at the weekend.
a trip to... She is planning a trip to the mountains.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Reise (journey), die Tour (tour), die Wanderung (hike)
Etymology
From 'aus' (out) and 'Flug' (flight). It suggests a short 'flight out' for a trip.
Memory Tips
Think of 'flying out' (aus + Flug) for a day trip or an excursion.