C2 verb Neutral

arrival

/əˈraɪ.vəl/

The act of reaching a destination or the point in time when something happens or begins. In a broader C2 context, it often refers to the emergence or introduction of a significant person, idea, or innovation that changes a landscape.

Ejemplos

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1

The family gathered at the terminal to celebrate the arrival of their eldest son after years abroad.

The family gathered at the terminal to celebrate the arrival of their eldest son after years abroad.

2

The arrival of the foreign dignitaries was meticulously coordinated by the protocol office to ensure absolute security.

The arrival of the foreign dignitaries was meticulously coordinated by the protocol office to ensure absolute security.

3

I missed the arrival of the appetizers because I was busy chatting in the hallway.

I missed the arrival of the appetizers because I was busy chatting in the hallway.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
arrival
Verb
arrive
Adjetivo
arrived
Relacionado
arriver
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Truco para recordar

Visualize the 'ARR' in Arrival as an 'ARR'ow finally hitting its target destination.

Quiz rápido

The ______ of the digital age has fundamentally transformed how we perceive intellectual property.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: arrival

Ejemplos

1

The family gathered at the terminal to celebrate the arrival of their eldest son after years abroad.

everyday

The family gathered at the terminal to celebrate the arrival of their eldest son after years abroad.

2

The arrival of the foreign dignitaries was meticulously coordinated by the protocol office to ensure absolute security.

formal

The arrival of the foreign dignitaries was meticulously coordinated by the protocol office to ensure absolute security.

3

I missed the arrival of the appetizers because I was busy chatting in the hallway.

informal

I missed the arrival of the appetizers because I was busy chatting in the hallway.

4

Historians often debate whether the arrival of the printing press was the primary catalyst for the Reformation.

academic

Historians often debate whether the arrival of the printing press was the primary catalyst for the Reformation.

5

Our quarterly projections have been revised upward following the arrival of several high-profile contracts.

business

Our quarterly projections have been revised upward following the arrival of several high-profile contracts.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
arrival
Verb
arrive
Adjetivo
arrived
Relacionado
arriver

Colocaciones comunes

imminent arrival coming or reaching a place very soon
scheduled arrival the time at which someone or something is planned to arrive
upon arrival at the moment of reaching a specific place
late arrival a person or thing that reaches a destination after the expected time
the arrival of an era the beginning of a new significant period of time

Frases Comunes

dead on arrival

already failed or useless at the moment of introduction

new arrival

a person, often a baby, who has just joined a group or family

arrival of the fittest

a play on words regarding the origin or appearance of new biological forms

Se confunde a menudo con

arrival vs advent

Advent is specifically used for the arrival of a notable person or a significant invention, while arrival is more general.

arrival vs approach

Approach refers to the process of getting closer, whereas arrival is the completion of that process.

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Notas de uso

At a C2 level, use 'arrival' to describe abstract concepts like the start of a movement or the implementation of a system, not just physical travel.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use the preposition 'to' (arrival to the city), but it should be 'at' for specific points (arrival at the station) or 'in' for larger areas (arrival in London).

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Truco para recordar

Visualize the 'ARR' in Arrival as an 'ARR'ow finally hitting its target destination.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Old French 'arivaile', originating from 'ariver' meaning 'to come to shore'.

Patrones gramaticales

countable and uncountable noun followed by prepositions 'at', 'in', or 'of' often preceded by adjectives like 'imminent', 'delayed', or 'expected'
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Contexto cultural

In many cultures, the arrival of a guest involves specific welcoming rituals, such as offering bread and salt or tea.

Quiz rápido

The ______ of the digital age has fundamentally transformed how we perceive intellectual property.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: arrival

Palabras relacionadas

cause

A1

To make something happen, especially something bad or unpleasant. It is used to describe the action that results in a specific effect or situation.

through

A1

Used to describe moving from one side of an opening, area, or object to the other side. It can also refer to the period of time from the beginning to the end of an event.

effective

A2

Something is effective when it successfully produces the intended or desired result. It describes a person, method, or thing that works well and achieves its goal.

epic

A1

A long book, poem, or movie that tells a story about heroes and great events. It usually covers a long period of time and many adventures.

robotics

B2

The branch of technology and engineering that deals with the design, construction, operation, and application of robots. It is a multidisciplinary field combining computer science, electronics, and mechanical engineering to create autonomous or semi-autonomous machines.

dean

B2

A dean is a high-ranking official at a university or college who oversees a specific department, faculty, or administrative area. They are responsible for academic leadership, managing faculty members, and ensuring the general welfare of students within their division.

decade

B2

A period of ten years, typically used to measure time or categorize a specific historical era. It is a common unit of time used to track social, economic, or personal changes over a significant duration.

enable

B2

To provide someone with the means, authority, or opportunity to do something. It also means to make a process or a system possible or operational.

mature

B2

Describing someone who behaves in a sensible, responsible way like an adult, or something that has reached a state of full development. It is often used to describe people, plants, or economic markets that are no longer growing rapidly but are stable.

scheme

B2

A systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular object or putting an idea into effect. It can also refer to a secretive or devious plot to achieve a goal, often used to describe government programs or organizational systems.

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