L'heure d'arrivée
Example: L'heure d'arrivée du vol est prévue à 18 heures.
Definition
"L'heure d'arrivée" refers to the scheduled or actual time at which a flight or any mode of transportation reaches its destination. It indicates when passengers or cargo are expected to arrive, essential for travel planning and coordination in aviation and other travel contexts.
Etymology
The phrase "l'heure d'arrivée" comes from French, where "heure" means 'hour' or 'time' and "arrivée" means 'arrival.' The term combines these to specify the time of arrival, a concept crucial in travel and transportation. Did you know? The word "arrivée" is derived from the Latin "ad-ripare," meaning 'to reach the shore,' highlighting its roots in journey and arrival.
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"L'heure d'arrivée" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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