Meaning of the word sojourn in English

What does sojourn mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sojourn

US /ˈsoʊ.dʒɝːn/
UK /ˈsɒdʒ.ɜːn/

Noun

a temporary stay

Example:
Our sojourn in Paris was delightful.
He enjoyed his brief sojourn in the countryside.

Verb

to stay somewhere temporarily

Example:
They decided to sojourn in the mountains for the summer.
We will sojourn at the inn for a few nights.