O saguão de chegadas
Example: O saguão de chegadas estava cheio de turistas cansados.
Definition
"O saguão de chegadas" refers to the arrivals hall in an airport, a designated area where passengers arrive after disembarking from their flights. It is typically a large space where travelers meet family or proceed to baggage claim and customs.
Etymology
The phrase "o saguão de chegadas" comes from Portuguese, where "saguão" means hall or lobby, and "chegadas" means arrivals. The term literally translates to 'the hall of arrivals,' reflecting its use as the place where arriving passengers gather. Did you know that "saguão" is derived from the French word 'salon,' which means a large room or hall?
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the arrivals hall