word
French
bon voyage
bon voy-AHJ
bɒn vwɑːˈjɑːʒListen
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Syllable breakdown
bonvoyage
Sounds like
The final 'e' is silent in French; the '-age' ends with a soft 'zh' sound.
Dictionary meaning
A farewell wish for someone about to travel.
History and origin
French — 'have a good journey'.
Examples
- The team threw a bon voyage party for their departing colleague.
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