LIFE-SKILLS ENGLISH FOR NEW IMMIGRANTS: AT THE AIRPORT

VOCABULARY BUILDER:

Check in counter = The place where you check in for your flight, leave your bags, etc.

Carry-on luggage = The bag(s) that you take with you on the airplane

Boarding pass = A piece of paper that allows you to board (get on) the airplane for your flight

Customs = A place at the airport where officials check your luggage, what you're bringing into the country, etc.

Baggage claim = The place where you pick up your luggage after your flight

THINGS TO LISTEN FOR:

You'll have to transfer in Dubai. = You will have to get on a different flight in Dubai.

The flight is now ready for boarding. = You may now board (get on) the airplane.

We will be boarding by rows. = Who gets on first/last will be based on where you are sitting on the airplane.

The gate is now closed. = You can no longer board (get on) the airplane.

You're in the wrong terminal. = You're in the wrong part of the airport.