výletu

Výlet is a Czech noun meaning a trip, excursion, or outing, typically a short journey undertaken for leisure, sightseeing, or educational purposes. The form výletu is the genitive or dative singular and appears in phrases such as délka výletu (the length of the trip) or počet výletů (the number of trips).

Etymology and sense: The word is native to the Czech language and derives from the concept of going out or leaving one’s home for a brief period. It is used for both casual and structured travel, ranging from spontaneous jaunts to planned day trips.

Usage and context: Výlet is common in everyday speech and in tourism and travel writing. It can refer to a one-day outing, a longer excursion, or a school trip (školní výlet), which is often distinguished from exkurze by its broader educational aim. Typical verbs accompanying výlet include jít na výlet, vyrazit na výlet, or udělat výlet.

Variants and related terms: Related forms include výletník (a person who goes on trips) and výletní (adjective relating to trips or trip services, as in výletní autobus). Common collocations include denní výlet (day trip) and vícedenní výlet (multi-day trip). For educational trips, exkurze is a closely related term with a stronger emphasis on study and instruction.

Planning and cultural notes: Výlety are a staple of family leisure, school life, and tourism, often planned around transport, duration, and safety considerations. The concept also appears in diaries, travel guides, and cultural descriptions, reflecting its role as a unit of informal, planned movement and experience.