How to Say “Have a Safe Trip” in Chamorro

By Marie Addison • Updated October 7, 2026

biba biahi

The English phrase "have a safe trip" is translated into Chamorro as biba biahi.

This phrase is used to wish someone safety and well-being while they are traveling.

Did you know?

The word biba in biba biahi is a loanword from the Spanish 'viva', which originally meant 'long live' or 'live'.
The word biahi shares a root with the Spanish word 'viaje', showing how maritime trade and colonization reshaped the Chamorro vocabulary regarding movement.
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, saying 'viva' is a high-energy shout used for saints or leaders, but in Chamorro, using biba in this phrase feels much more gentle and routine.

Examples in context

Biba biahi yan Dios.
Have a safe trip and God bless.

Example conversation

Angelica is leaving for the airport.

Angelica

Manuel, i biahi-hu yan fana'ga'ao.
Manuel, my trip is soon and exciting.
Manuel

Biba biahi, Angelica!
Have a safe trip, Angelica!
Angelica

Si Yu'os tasi.
Thank you.
Manuel

Maga'åga'u yan fana'ga'ao.
I will miss you and be happy for you.

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About The Author

Marie Addison

Hola, I'm Marie. My passion for the Chamorro language led me to write comprehensive guides on different phrases and expressions. You may say I'm a language enthusiast with an affinity for teaching. When I'm not exploring new words and tutorials, I Iove to paint and play the ukulele. Avid traveler, foodie, and believer of cultural preservation, helping you learn how to say "Always" or "Angel" in Chamorro brings joy to my heart. My love for Chamorro led me to its neighbor Marshallese, and I now write guides on how to say things in Marshallese as well. Join me on this journey to learn and explore Chamorro.

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