to depart · to leave (especially for a trip or journey)
This expression is super useful when you're talking about your travel plans or asking someone about theirs. It’s a casual and direct way to say 'to leave' or 'to depart' for a destination. Think of it as a quick and snappy way to get to the point about when the adventure begins! ✈️🗺️
💡 While 'take off' literally refers to an airplane leaving the ground, it's also commonly used for any type of departure for a trip, even if you're traveling by car, train, or boat! So you can say, "We're taking off for the beach this weekend!" Don't confuse it with 'take off your shoes,' which means to remove them! 😉
Your friend just bought plane tickets for a vacation. You want to ask them when their trip begins. Which English expression should you use? A. When are you hitting the road? B. When do you take off? C. When do you set off?