Die Ankunft
Example: Die Ankunft am Flughafen war pünktlich und reibungslos.
Definition
"Die Ankunft" refers to the act or process of arriving at a destination, especially in the context of travel or tourism. It describes the moment when a person or vehicle reaches the place they intended to go, such as an airport or hotel.
Etymology
The word "die Ankunft" comes from the German prefix 'an-' meaning 'at' or 'on' and the verb 'kommen,' meaning 'to come.' Together, they form a noun that literally means 'the coming to' or 'arrival.' Did you know the term has been used since the Middle Ages to describe the moment travelers reached their journey's end?
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"Die Ankunft" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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