Travel

Lesson 9
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Vacation-holiday Adventure Journey Trip Motel Reservation Visa Souvenir Visit Sightsee check in-out Abroad Foreign Airline Flight take off -land Tour Tourism Guide Passenger Suitcase Baggage Reception two bed single bed to book

Vacation-holiday

Title: Vacation-holiday

Pronunciation: /vəˈkeɪʃən/ or /ˈhɑːlədi/

Part of speech: Noun

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Holiday

Opposite: Work

 

A period of time devoted to pleasure, rest, or relaxation, especially one with pay granted

We went on a family vacation to the beach

A period of time devoted to pleasure, rest, or relaxation, especially one with pay granted

Adventure

Title: Adventure

Pronunciation: /ədˈvɛntʃər/

Part of speech: Noun

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Expedition

Opposite: Routine

 

 

An exciting or unusual experience; a bold, usually risky undertaking

We went on an adventure through the jungle

An exciting or unusual experience; a bold, usually risky undertaking

Journey

Title: Journey

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɜːni/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “journeys”

Formal or informal: Formal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Voyage

Opposite: Stagnation

 

 

A long and often difficult process of personal change and development

My journey to self-discovery was life-changing

A long and often difficult process of personal change and development

Trip

Title: Trip

Pronunciation: /trɪp/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “trips”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Excursion

Opposite: Staycation

 

 

A journey or excursion, especially for pleasure

We took a road trip to visit our relatives

A journey or excursion, especially for pleasure

Motel

Title: Motel

Pronunciation: /məʊˈtɛl/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “motels”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Motor lodge

Opposite: Luxury hotel

 

 

A roadside hotel designed primarily for motorists

We stayed at a motel on our road trip

A roadside hotel designed primarily for motorists

Reservation

Title: Reservation

Pronunciation: /ˌrɛzəˈveɪʃən/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “reservations”

Formal or informal: Formal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Transitive

Synonym: Booking

Opposite: Cancellation

 

 

An arrangement made beforehand to secure accommodations, tickets, etc

I made a reservation at the hotel for our vacation

An arrangement made beforehand to secure accommodations, tickets, etc

Visa

Title: Visa

Pronunciation: /ˈviːzə/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “visas”

Formal or informal: Formal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Transitive

Synonym: Travel permit

Opposite: Citizenship

 

 

An endorsement made on a passport by the proper authorities, permitting entry into

I need to apply for a visa before I can travel to that country

An endorsement made on a passport by the proper authorities, permitting entry into

Souvenir

Title: Souvenir

Pronunciation: /ˈsuːvənɪə/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “souvenirs”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Memento

Opposite: Disposable item

 

 

A thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event

I bought a souvenir from my trip to Paris

A thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event

Visit

Title: Visit

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪzɪt/

Part of speech: Verb

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Past tense is “visited”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Transitive

Synonym: See

Opposite: Avoid

 

 

Go to see and spend time with (someone) socially

We visited our friends while on vacation

Go to see and spend time with (someone) socially

Sightsee

Title: Sightsee

Pronunciation: /ˈsaɪtsiː/

Part of speech: Verb

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Past tense is “sightseen”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Uncountable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Tour

Opposite: Stay in one place

 

 

Visit places of interest

We spent the day sights

Visit places of interest

check in-out

Title: check in-out

Pronunciation: /tʃɛk ɪn/ or /tʃɛk aʊt/

Part of speech: Phrasal verb

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Past tense is “checked in/out”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Uncountable

Transitive or intransitive: Transitive

Synonym: Register

Opposite: Leave

 

 

Register as a guest at a hotel or other establishment

We checked in to our hotel and then went out to explore the city

Register as a guest at a hotel or other establishment

Abroad

Title: Abroad

Pronunciation: /əˈbrɔːd/

Part of speech: Adverb

Formal or informal: Formal

Countable or uncountable: Uncountable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Overseas

Opposite: At home

 

 

In or to a foreign country or countries

We went abroad for our vacation

In or to a foreign country or countries

Foreign

Title: Foreign

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːrən/

Part of speech: Adjective

Formal or informal: Formal

Countable or uncountable: Uncountable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: International

Opposite: Domestic

 

 

Of, from, in, or characteristic of a country or language other than one’s own

I love trying foreign foods while traveling

Of, from, in, or characteristic of a country or language other than one’s own

Airline

Title: Airline

Pronunciation: /ˈɛəlaɪn/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “airlines”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Air carrier

Opposite: Private jet

 

 

A company that provides regular flights to places

We flew with a budget airline to save money

A company that provides regular flights to places

Flight

Title: Flight

Pronunciation: /flaɪt/

Part of speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural form is “flights”

Formal or informal: Informal

Countable or uncountable: Countable

Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive

Synonym: Trip

Opposite: Ground transportation

 

 

A journey made by an aircraft, usually for a particular purpose

Our flight was delayed due to bad weather

A journey made by an aircraft, usually for a particular purpose

take off -land

Title: take off -land

Pronunciation: 

"Take off": /teɪk ɒf/

"Land": /lænd/

Part of Speech: Phrasal verb

Formal or Informal: Neutral to informal

Transitive or Intransitive: Intransitive

Stress Marks: take off, land

Synonym:

Take off: Depart, lift off

Land: Touch down, arrive

 

 

Take off: To leave the ground and begin to fly

The plane will take off at 7:00 AM

Take off: To leave the ground and begin to fly

Land: To descend and come to rest on the ground or another surface

The flight will land in New York at 3:00 PM

Land: To descend and come to rest on the ground or another surface

Tour

Title: Tour

Pronunciation: /tʊər/

Part of Speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: tours

Formal or Informal: Formal

Countable or Uncountable: Countable

Stress Marks: tour

Synonym: Excursion, expedition

Opposite: Homecoming, stay

 

 

A journey for pleasure in which several different places are visited

They went on a guided tour of the historic city

A journey for pleasure in which several different places are visited

Tourism

Title: Tourism

Pronunciation: /ˈtʊərɪz(ə)m/

Part of Speech: Noun

Formal or Informal: Formal

Countable or Uncountable: Uncountable

Stress Marks: tourism

Synonym: Travel, sightseeing

Opposite: Local, non-tourism

 

 

The commercial organization and operation of vacations and visits to places of interest

Tourism has a significant impact on the local economy

The commercial organization and operation of vacations and visits to places of interest

Guide

Title: Guide

Pronunciation: /ɡaɪd/

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: guides

Formal or Informal: Formal

Countable or Uncountable: Countable

Stress Marks: guide

Synonym:

Noun: Escort, cicerone

Verb: Direct, lead

Opposite: Mislead, misguide

 

 

Noun: A person who shows the way to others

Noun: The guide led the group through the ancient ruins

Noun: A person who shows the way to others

Verb: To show or indicate the way to (someone)

Verb: He guided her through the crowded streets

Verb: To show or indicate the way to (someone)

Passenger

Title: Passenger

Pronunciation: /ˈpæsɪndʒə(r)/

Part of Speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: passengers

Formal or Informal: Formal

Countable or Uncountable: Countable

Stress Marks: passenger

Synonym: Traveler, commuter

Opposite: Driver, pilot

 

 

A person traveling in a vehicle or vessel, not taking an active part in its operation

The train was crowded with passengers during rush hour

A person traveling in a vehicle or vessel, not taking an active part in its operation

Suitcase

Title: Suitcase

Pronunciation: /ˈsuːtkeɪs/

Part of Speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: suitcases

Formal or Informal: Formal

Countable or Uncountable: Countable

Stress Marks: suitcase

Synonym: Luggage, trunk

Opposite: Unpack, empty

 

 

A rectangular case with a handle, used for carrying clothes and personal possessions when traveling

She packed her belongings into the suitcase for her trip

A rectangular case with a handle, used for carrying clothes and personal possessions when traveling

Baggage

Title: Baggage

Pronunciation: /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/

Part of Speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: N/A

Formal or Informal: Formal

Countable or Uncountable: Uncountable

Stress Marks: baggage

Synonym: Luggage, belongings

Opposite: Lighten, unburden

 

 

Personal belongings packed in suitcases for traveling; the trunks, bags

The airport staff handles thousands of pieces of baggage every day

Personal belongings packed in suitcases for traveling; the trunks, bags

Reception

Title: Reception

Pronunciation: /rɪˈsɛpʃ(ə)n/

Part of Speech: Noun

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: receptions

Formal or Informal: Formal

Countable or Uncountable: Both (as it can refer to the physical place or the action/process)

Stress Marks: reception

Synonym: Welcome, greeting

Opposite: Farewell, dismissal

 

 

The action or process of receiving something, typically using a formal or official procedure

The hotel reception was busy with check-ins and inquiries

The action or process of receiving something, typically using a formal or official procedure

two bed

Title: two bed

Pronunciation: /tuː bɛd/

Part of Speech: Noun phrase

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: N/A

Formal or Informal: Neutral to informal

Countable or Uncountable: Countable

Stress Marks: two bed

Synonym: Double bed, twin bed

 

 

Typically used when selecting a hotel room, referring to a room with two separate beds

We booked a room with a two bed configuration for our trip

Typically used when selecting a hotel room, referring to a room with two separate beds

single bed

Title: single bed

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪŋɡəl bɛd/

Part of Speech: Noun phrase

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular plural form: N/A

Formal or Informal: Neutral to informal

Stress Marks: single bed

Synonym: Twin bed, individual bed

 

 

Referring to a hotel room with one bed, typically for one person

The hotel room had a comfortable single bed for the solo traveler

Referring to a hotel room with one bed, typically for one person

to book

Title: to book

Pronunciation: /tʊ bʊk/

Part of Speech: Verb

Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Irregular forms include booking (present participle/noun form), booked (past tense/past participle).

Formal or Informal: Neutral to informal

Countable or Uncountable: Countable

Transitive or Intransitive: Transitive

Stress Marks: book

Synonym: Reserve, schedule

Opposite: Cancel, release

Arrange and confirm a seat, bed, or ticket in advance, especially on public transportation

We decided to book a vacation rental for our holiday

Arrange and confirm a seat, bed, or ticket in advance, especially on public transportation