English File - Upper Intermediate - Lesson 3A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Lesson 3A in the English File Upper Intermediate coursebook, such as "aisle", "baggage", "customs", etc.

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English File - Upper Intermediate
illegal [adjective]

forbidden by the law

Ex: Crossing the border without proper documentation is considered illegal immigration .
goods [noun]

items made or produced for sale

Ex: The shipment of goods arrived late , causing a delay in restocking the shelves .
on board [adverb]

on a means of transportation such as an aircraft, train, or ship

Ex:
aisle [noun]

a narrow passage in a theater, train, aircraft, etc. that separates rows of seats

Ex: The train conductor moved up and down the aisle , checking tickets and assisting passengers with their luggage .

the group of people whose job is looking after the passengers on an aircraft

Ex: The cabin crew conducted safety demonstrations before takeoff .

a flight between two points that involves changing planes and possibly airlines in the middle of the journey

Ex: When booking tickets , he chose a route with a connecting flight that allowed him to explore a new city for a few hours .

a flight between two points that takes place without changing planes, but might include stops on the way

Ex: Although the direct flight was more expensive , he preferred it to save time on his business trip .
jet lag [noun]

the confusion and tiredness one can experience after a long flight, particularly when rapidly traveling across multiple time zones

Ex: Jet lag can affect athletes traveling to compete in international tournaments .
long-haul [adjective]

traveling over a long distance, particularly when it involves transporting passengers or goods

Ex: The shipping company specializes in long-haul transportation of goods across international borders .
flight [noun]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

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a way of transport that involves an aircraft

Ex: The rise of budget airlines has made air travel more accessible and affordable for a wider range of travelers .
at [preposition]

used to show a particular place or position

Ex: The concert will be held at the stadium .
airport [noun]

a large place where planes take off and land, with buildings and facilities for passengers to wait for their flights

Ex: We had to show our passports and boarding passes at the airport immigration checkpoint .

a building that passengers enter to gain access to the services provided at an airport

Ex: The new airport terminal opened last month and includes a variety of shops and dining options for travelers .
bag drop [noun]

the area where one leaves one's suitcases, bags, etc. to be loaded onto a plane

Ex: The concert venue provided a designated bag drop for attendees to safely store their belongings during the event .
baggage [noun]

suitcases or other bags, containing our clothes and things, that we carry when we are traveling

Ex: He had to pay extra for his baggage because it was over the weight limit .

to get back something that has been lost, taken away, etc.

Ex: The homeowner reclaimed her stolen jewelry after it was recovered by the police .
check-in [noun]

the process of arriving at a location such as an airport, a hotel, etc., and reporting one's presence

Ex: Online check-in is available for this event , allowing participants to skip the registration line on the day of the conference .
desk [noun]

furniture we use for working, writing, reading, etc. that normally has a flat surface and drawers

Ex: The receptionist sat behind the desk , welcoming visitors .

the act of leaving, usually to begin a journey

Ex: The departure of the ship from the harbor marked the beginning of their cruise vacation .
to board [verb]

to get on a means of transportation such as a train, bus, aircraft, ship, etc.

Ex: The cruise ship 's staff guided passengers on how to board the vessel safely .
gate [noun]

the part of a fence or wall outside a building that we can open and close to enter or leave a place

Ex: The wooden gate led to a beautiful garden .
runway [noun]

a strip of ground with a hard surface on which aircraft land or take off from

Ex: The airport has a long and wide runway .
security [noun]

the state of being protected or having protection against any types of danger

Ex: The company hired additional security to protect the event from any potential threats .
airline [noun]

‌a company or business that provides air transportation services for people and goods

Ex: She works as a flight attendant for a major airline .
lounge [noun]

a comfortable area, often in an airport or hotel, where people can relax, wait, or socialize, typically offering seating, refreshments, and sometimes Wi-Fi

Ex: Business travelers often use the airport lounge to catch up on work before flights .
flight [noun]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

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time [noun]

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

Ex: It 's important to manage your time wisely .
on time [adverb]

exactly at the specified time, neither late nor early

Ex: I need to wake up early to get to the station on time .
boarding [noun]

the act of entering an aircraft, ship, train, etc.

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closed [adjective]

not letting things, people, etc. go in or out

Ex: She received a closed envelope containing a surprise gift .
delayed [adjective]

happening later than the intended or expected time

Ex: There was a delayed reaction to the surprising news at the meeting .
luggage [noun]

suitcases, bags, etc. to keep one's clothes and other belongings while traveling

Ex: They bought new luggage for their overseas vacation .

a ticket or card that passengers must show to be allowed on a ship or plane

Ex: She was relieved when she found her boarding pass in her coat pocket .
liquid [noun]

a substance such as water that flows freely, unlike a gas or a solid

Ex: She was careful not to spill the bright blue liquid as she transferred it from one container to another .
sharp [adjective]

having a point or edge that can pierce or cut something

Ex: The scissors had sharp blades that easily cut through fabric .
object [noun]

a non-living thing that one can touch or see

Ex: The telescope allowed astronomers to observe distant objects in the night sky .
to scan [verb]

to examine something or someone very carefully and thoroughly

Ex: The scientist will scan the images from the microscope to analyze the cellular structure .

bags and suitcases with a size and weight that is allowed to be carried onto an airplane

Ex: He forgot to check the weight of his hand luggage , and it was slightly over the limit when he arrived at the airport .

a category of travel service offered by airlines, trains, etc., that is better than economy but not as luxurious as first class, particularly for those traveling on business

Ex: Business class passengers often receive priority boarding and access to airport lounges .

the most luxurious seats on a plane, ship, or train

Ex:

to leave a surface and begin flying

Ex: Birds effortlessly take off into the sky with a flap of their wings .
to land [verb]

to arrive and rest on the ground or another surface after being in the air

Ex:

to gather together things from different places or people

Ex: The scientist collected samples of soil and water from different locations for environmental analysis .
row [noun]

a group of people or objects placed in a line

Ex: At the movie theater , we chose seats in the middle row for the best view of the screen .

a belt in cars, airplanes, or helicopters that a passenger fastens around themselves to prevent serious injury in case of an accident

Ex: She adjusted her seat belt to fit snugly across her lap and chest before the flight took off .

instability and sudden changes in the movement of water or air

Ex: Scientists study turbulence in fluid dynamics to better understand how it affects everything from aircraft design to weather patterns .

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

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trip [noun]

a journey that you take for fun or a particular reason, generally for a short amount of time

Ex:
journey [noun]

the act of travelling between two or more places, especially when there is a long distance between them

Ex: She documented her solo journey through Europe in a travel journal , capturing memories and experiences along the way .

to confirm your presence or reservation in a hotel or airport after arriving

Ex: We usually check in online to save time .

to take a person or thing to a predetermined location and leave afterwards

Ex: The school bus will drop off the children at their respective stops .

to write all the information that is needed in a form

Ex:

to leave a bus, train, airplane, etc.

Ex: She got off the bus at the next stop .

to enter a bus, ship, airplane, etc.

Ex: They got on the plane and found their seats .

the area at an airport where passengers can collect their cases, bags, etc. after they land

Ex: She spotted her suitcase on the conveyor belt at the baggage claim .
customs [noun]

the place at an airport or port where passengers' bags are checked for illegal goods as they enter a country

Ex: They were stopped by customs for carrying fruits across the border .