La puerta de embarque
Example: La puerta de embarque cerrará en diez minutos para el vuelo.
Definition
"La puerta de embarque" refers to the specific gate or area in an airport where passengers gather and board their flight. It is the designated point for boarding, often announced prior to departure, ensuring orderly access to the airplane.
Etymology
The term "la puerta de embarque" combines Spanish words where "puerta" means door or gate, and "embarque" derives from the verb "embarcar," meaning to embark or board. It literally translates to 'the boarding gate,' reflecting its function in air travel. Did you know? The word "embarcar" comes from the Latin 'in-' (into) and 'barca' (boat), originally referring to boarding ships before being adapted for planes.
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"La puerta de embarque" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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