Der Check-in-Schalter
Example: Am Check-in-Schalter gab es lange Warteschlangen vor dem Flug.
Definition
"Der Check-in-Schalter" refers to the counter or desk at an airport where passengers go to register for their flight, check their luggage, and receive their boarding passes. It is typically the first point of contact for travelers before proceeding to security and boarding.
Etymology
The term "der Check-in-Schalter" combines the English phrase "check-in," meaning the process of registering upon arrival, with the German word "Schalter," meaning counter or desk. This blend reflects the international nature of air travel and the adoption of English aviation terminology into German.
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"Der Check-in-Schalter" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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the check-in counter