travel readiness meaning in english

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40 Basic Vocabulary Words and Common Phrases for Travel in English

Embarking on a journey to a foreign country can be both exciting and a bit daunting, especially when language barriers come into play. But fear not, we’ve got you covered! This page is dedicated to all the globetrotters out there who are keen on enhancing their English language skills specifically for travel.

We’ve curated a list of 40 essential English words and phrases that will prove to be your best companions on your travels.

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or planning your first overseas trip, mastering these words and phrases will not only boost your confidence but also enrich your travel experiences. So, let’s dive in and start preparing for your next adventure with our comprehensive travel vocabulary guide. Happy learning and safe travels!

40 essential English words and phrases for travel

• Passport – “Don’t forget to bring your passport to the airport.”
• Luggage – “Please make sure your luggage is not left unattended.”
• Reservation – “I have a reservation under the name Smith.”
• Itinerary – “Our itinerary includes stops in Rome, Paris, and London.”
• Destination – “Our final destination is Sydney.”
• Accommodation – “I’ve booked accommodation for three nights in the city center.”
• Sightseeing – “We’re going sightseeing in the old town tomorrow.”
• Currency – “What’s the local currency in Japan?”
• Boarding Pass – “Please have your boarding pass and identification ready.”
• Departure – “Our departure time is 6:00 PM.”
• Arrival – “Our estimated arrival time is 8:00 PM.”
• Customs – “You’ll need to declare any items at customs.”
• Visa – “Do I need a visa to travel to the United States?”
• Tourist – “As a tourist, I love exploring new places.”
• Landmark – “The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris.”
• Guidebook – “I bought a guidebook to learn more about the city’s history.”
• Souvenir – “I bought a souvenir from each city we visited.”
• Jet Lag – “I’m feeling a bit of jet lag after the long flight.”
• Travel Agency – “The travel agency arranged all of our accommodations.”
• Backpack – “I prefer to travel with a backpack instead of a suitcase.”
• Could you help me, please? – When you need assistance.
• How much does this cost? – When you want to know the price of something.
• Where is the nearest…? – When you’re looking for something specific, like a bathroom or a subway station.
• I would like to book… – When you want to make a reservation.
• Do you speak English? – When you need to find someone who speaks English.
• I’m lost. Can you help me? – When you need directions.
• Can I have the menu, please? – When you’re at a restaurant and want to see the menu.
• I’m allergic to… – When you need to inform someone of your allergies.
• Can I have the bill, please? – When you’re ready to pay at a restaurant.
• What time does it open/close? – When you want to know the operating hours of a place.
• Can I have a ticket to…, please? – When you’re buying a ticket.
• Where can I catch the bus/train? – When you need to find the bus or train station.
• Is it far from here? – When you want to know the distance to a place.
• Can you recommend a good…? – When you’re looking for recommendations.
• Do you accept credit cards? – When you want to know if you can pay with a credit card.
• What’s the Wi-Fi password? – When you need to connect to the internet.
• I’d like to go to… – When you’re telling a taxi driver your destination.
• Is there a pharmacy nearby? – When you need to find a pharmacy.
• Can I try this on? – When you’re shopping for clothes and want to try something on.
• Could you take a picture of us, please? – When you want someone to take a photo of you and your group.

Wrapping Up Our English Travel Vocabulary Journey

And there you have it! We’ve journeyed through 40 essential English words and phrases that will help make your travels smoother and more enjoyable. Remember, language is a powerful tool that can open doors to understanding new cultures, making new friends, and creating unforgettable experiences.

Don’t worry if you can’t memorize all the words and phrases at once. The beauty of language learning is that it’s a continuous process. Keep practicing, and soon these words will become second nature to you.

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We hope this guide will be a valuable resource for your travel adventures. Whether you’re exploring bustling cities, tranquil countryside, or exotic beaches, these phrases will help you navigate your way with confidence.

Thank you for joining us on this linguistic journey. We wish you all the best in your English learning and your future travels. Remember, every journey begins with a single step, or in this case, a single word. Happy travels and happy learning!

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Definition of readiness noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

• Everyone has doubts about their readiness for parenthood.
• Service the car in readiness for the trip.
• The troops were in a state of combat readiness.
• They were holding themselves in readiness to wage war.
• the importance of early learning for school readiness
• demonstrate
• in readiness  (for)
• readiness  for
• hold somebody/​something in readiness
• a state of readiness

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the condition of being ready .

ready movement; promptness ; quickness.

ready action; ease ; facility .

willingness; inclination; cheerful consent: a readiness to help others.

a developmental stage at which a child has the capacity to receive instruction at a given level of difficulty or to engage in a particular activity.

Origin of readiness

Other words from readiness.

• o·ver·read·i·ness, noun
• pre·read·i·ness, noun

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How to use readiness in a sentence

There is a rough floor of about six aircraft that a unit is supposed to have even at low readiness levels.

The lesson we learned is to increase our readiness and responsiveness.

The one thing everyone seems to agree on is readiness of the Internet.

In this “new” Arab world, there is growing curiosity and readiness to challenge the conventions of the old regimes.

"Netanyahu signals readiness to consider 2002 Arab peace plan" read the Reuters headline.

And he stood up in the shameful fall of the people: in the goodness and readiness of his soul he appeased God for Israel.

In the street the men of his escort sat their horses, having mounted at his bidding in readiness for the journey.

She is always in fear of an earthquake, and feels safer to have a light burning in readiness all night long.

The brilliant ceremony over, the Prince set out for Carlisle, where his army was ordered to be in readiness on July 8.

I wish you to write me if I am to give him notice also to hold himself in readiness for town.

British Dictionary definitions for readiness

/ ( ˈrɛdɪnɪs ) /

the state of being ready or prepared, as for use or action

in readiness

prepared and waiting : all was in readiness for the guests' arrival

in preparation for : he tidied the house in readiness for the guests' arrival

willingness or eagerness to do something

ease or promptness

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Meaning of readiness – Learner’s Dictionary

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readiness noun ( WILLING )

Readiness noun ( prepared ).

(Definition of readiness from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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What does the noun readiness mean?

There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun readiness . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

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How is the noun readiness pronounced, british english, u.s. english, where does the noun readiness come from.

Earliest known use

Middle English

The earliest known use of the noun readiness is in the Middle English period (1150—1500).

OED's earliest evidence for readiness is from around 1350, in Psalter .

readiness is formed within English, by derivation.

Etymons: ready adj. , ‑ness suffix .

Nearby entries

• readership, n. 1563–
• reader's theatre | reader's theater, n. 1957–
• reader-writer, n. 1951–
• readhere, v. 1710–
• readhesion, n. 1817–
• readied, adj. a1774–
• readier, n. 1922–
• readily, adv. c1330–
• read-in, n.¹ 1946–
• read-in, n.² 1961–
• readiness, n. c1350–
• reading, n.¹ Old English–
• reading, n.² 1580–1688
• Reading, n.³ 1784–
• reading, adj. 1572–
• reading age, n. 1906–
• reading book, n. Old English–
• reading boy, n. 1808–
• reading chair, n. 1745–
• reading clerk, n. 1670–
• reading clinic, n. 1916–

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readiness, n. was revised in December 2008.

readiness, n. was last modified in September 2023.

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Word History

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing readiness

• in readiness

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“Readiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/readiness. Accessed 11 Apr. 2024.

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