L'escala
Example: L'escala a Barcelona va ser més llarga del previst.
Definition
"L'escala" refers to a scheduled stop or layover during a flight, where the airplane lands at an intermediate airport before continuing to its final destination. It typically involves passengers remaining on board or temporarily disembarking during the stop.
Etymology
The term "l'escala" in Catalan originates from the Latin word 'scala,' meaning ladder or staircase, metaphorically representing a step or stop along a journey. In aviation, it evolved to signify a stopover or layover during a flight. Did you know that its root implies climbing or stepping, much like the progress of a trip?
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"L'escala" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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