wanderlust
Say it: WON-duh-lust /ˈwɒndəlʌst/ · noun
What “wanderlust” means
A strong wish to travel and explore new places.
More precisely: A strong desire to travel and explore the world.
Example: “Scrolling through travel photos at my desk only feeds my wanderlust.”
When to use it
When describing your longing to explore other places, especially in friendly conversation or travel writing.
Memory trick
German wandern means to roam or hike, and Lust means desire.
Similar words
itchy feet, restlessness, urge to travel
Where it comes from
German wandern 'to hike, roam' and Lust 'desire'.
Quick check
You keep dreaming of distant mountains and unfamiliar cities, desperate to pack a bag and explore. That feeling is…
homesickness or wanderlust?
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