La sala de embarque
Example: Esperamos en la sala de embarque antes de abordar el avión.
Definition
"La sala de embarque" refers to the waiting area in an airport where passengers gather before boarding their flight. It is a designated space equipped with seating and often amenities, ensuring travelers can comfortably wait until it is time to board the airplane.
Etymology
The term "la sala de embarque" comes from Spanish, where "sala" means room or hall, and "embarque" is derived from the verb "embarcar," meaning to board or embark. The word "embarcar" has its roots in the Old Spanish verb related to entering a ship or aircraft, highlighting the connection to travel and boarding procedures.
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"La sala de embarque" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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the boarding lounge