De aankomsthal
Example: We wachten in de aankomsthal op onze vrienden uit Spanje.
Definition
"De aankomsthal" refers to the arrival hall in a transportation hub, such as an airport or train station, where passengers arrive and wait for others. It is a designated space for meeting people who have just reached their destination.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de aankomsthal" combines "aankomst," meaning 'arrival,' and "hal," meaning 'hall.' It literally means 'arrival hall,' reflecting its function as the place where arrivals gather. This straightforward construction highlights the practical nature of the term.
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"De aankomsthal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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the arrival hall