Der Terminal
Example: Der Terminal am Flughafen ist für internationale Flüge wichtig.
Definition
"Terminal" in the context of tourism refers to a building or area at an airport where passengers arrive, depart, and transfer between flights. It serves as a central hub for handling baggage, ticketing, and customs, facilitating the smooth movement of travelers and aircraft operations.
Etymology
The word "Terminal" comes from the Latin word 'terminus,' meaning 'boundary' or 'end.' It was adopted into English and other languages to denote a final point or station, such as in transportation hubs like airports. Did you know? The term reflects the idea of a place where journeys conclude or begin.
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"Der Terminal" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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