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一路顺风yílùshùnfēngto have a pleasant journey (idiom)HSK 5, unknown, 27 strokes, rank #9705, Hard
yílùshùnfēng(yi2lu4shun4feng1)yi lu shun feng T1
  1. 1to have a pleasant journey (idiom)
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March 24, 2026

一路顺风(一路順風)yílùshùnfēng(yi2lu4shun4feng1)

一路顺风 (yī lù shùn fēng) is an idiomatic expression that wishes someone a smooth and pleasant journey. It is commonly used when someone is departing or traveling, conveying goodwill for a safe and enjoyable trip.

Strokes27Frequency#9705DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, wishing someone a smooth journey is a common gesture that reflects hospitality and care. It is often used during holidays or when friends and family are traveling long distances.

Memory Tip

Imagine a smooth road (一路, yī lù) where the wind (顺风, shùn fēng) is at your back, gently pushing you forward. Picture yourself sailing effortlessly through the journey, making it easy to remember that this phrase is about wishing someone a good trip.

Meanings of 一路顺风

yílùshùnfēng(yi2lu4shun4feng1)
1to have a pleasant journey (idiom)
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一路顺风Simplified
一路順風Traditional
27Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1

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Usage Notes

Be careful not to use this phrase in a formal setting; it is more suited for informal conversations. Common collocations include using it as a farewell when someone is traveling. Avoid using it when the trip is uncertain or potentially dangerous.

HSK Study Tips

While this idiom is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, it incorporates basic characters that appear in lower levels (like 一, 了, and 风). Focus on the context of travel and greetings, as they are common themes in early Chinese language learning.

Common Mistakes

Learners might mistakenly use this phrase in formal settings, thinking it is universally applicable. For example, saying it at a business meeting when a colleague is traveling for work can feel out of place; it's better reserved for casual goodbyes.

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Idiom Spotlight: 一路顺风

Chengyu Origin Story
Literal meaning:one road smooth wind

Component Characters

一yīone
HSK 11 strokes一
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路lùroad
HSK 213 strokes足
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顺shùnto obey
HSK 59 strokes页
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风fēngwind
HSK 34 strokes风
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How to say to have a pleasant journey (idiom) in Chinese

“to have a pleasant journey (idiom)” in Chinese is一路顺风yílùshùnfēng

一路顺风 (yī lù shùn fēng) is an idiomatic expression that wishes someone a smooth and pleasant journey. It is commonly used when someone is departing or traveling, conveying goodwill for a safe and enjoyable trip.

When to use 一路顺风

Be careful not to use this phrase in a formal setting; it is more suited for informal conversations. Common collocations include using it as a farewell when someone is traveling. Avoid using it when the trip is uncertain or potentially dangerous.

What learners get wrong

Learners might mistakenly use this phrase in formal settings, thinking it is universally applicable. For example, saying it at a business meeting when a colleague is traveling for work can feel out of place; it's better reserved for casual goodbyes.

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