La reserva de asiento
Example: Hicimos la reserva de asiento para el vuelo a Madrid.
Definition
"La reserva de asiento" refers to the act of booking or reserving a specific seat in advance, typically for transportation such as flights, trains, or buses. It ensures a guaranteed place for the traveler, avoiding uncertainty or the need to compete for seating upon arrival.
Etymology
The phrase "la reserva de asiento" combines 'reserva,' meaning reservation or booking, with 'asiento,' meaning seat. 'Reserva' comes from the Latin 'reservare,' meaning 'to keep back or save,' while 'asiento' derives from the Latin 'assidēre,' meaning 'to sit beside or upon.' Together, they literally mean 'seat reservation.' Did you know? This phrase is especially common in travel contexts where securing a seat is crucial.
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"La reserva de asiento" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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