B1 Expression محايد 2 دقيقة للقراءة

هل يوجد تأخير في الرحلة؟

Is there a delay in the flight?

حرفيًا: In delay in the flight?

Use this phrase at the airport to check flight status with staff or travel companions.

في 15 ثانية

  • Used to check if a flight is running behind its scheduled time.
  • Works perfectly at airport gates, check-in counters, or via text messages.
  • The word 'fi' conveniently replaces 'is there' in this common structure.

المعنى

This is the most common way to ask if your flight is running behind schedule. It’s the phrase you use when the departure board hasn't updated and you're starting to get worried.

أمثلة رئيسية

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At the boarding gate

لو سمحت، في تأخير في الرحلة؟

Excuse me, is there a delay in the flight?

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2

Texting a friend who is picking you up

يا صاحبي، في تأخير في الرحلة، لا تستعجل.

My friend, there's a delay in the flight, don't hurry.

😊
3

Calling customer service

عفواً، هل في تأخير في الرحلة رقم ١٠١؟

Excuse me, is there a delay in flight number 101?

👔
🌍

خلفية ثقافية

In many Arabic-speaking cultures, time can be viewed more fluidly than in the West. While airlines try to be precise, the response to this question might often include 'Inshallah' (God willing), reflecting a cultural acknowledgment that some things are out of human control. This phrase is a staple for anyone navigating the busy hubs of Dubai, Doha, or Cairo.

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The Magic of 'Fi'

The word `في` is a Swiss Army knife. It means 'in', but at the start of a sentence, it almost always means 'there is' or 'is there'.

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The 'Inshallah' Factor

If an agent says 'Inshallah' after you ask this, don't panic. It often just means they are waiting for news themselves!

في 15 ثانية

  • Used to check if a flight is running behind its scheduled time.
  • Works perfectly at airport gates, check-in counters, or via text messages.
  • The word 'fi' conveniently replaces 'is there' in this common structure.

What It Means

This phrase is your best friend at the airport. It literally asks, "Is there a delay in the flight?" It’s simple, direct, and gets the job done. You’ll hear it from stressed travelers and tired families alike. It uses the word في which acts as both "in" and "there is."

How To Use It

Just say it with a rising intonation at the end. In Arabic, you don't need to flip words to make a question. Just state the fact with a questioning tone. Pointing at the flight board while saying this helps too. It’s like saying "Delay in the flight?" with a shrug.

When To Use It

Use it when the departure board hasn't changed in an hour. It is perfect for the check-in desk or the boarding gate. You can also text it to a friend who is picking you up. If you see the crew sitting around drinking coffee, it's time to ask.

When NOT To Use It

Don't use it if the plane is already boarding. That would be a bit silly, wouldn't it? Also, while رحلة means trip, use specific words for buses. For a bus, you might say في تأخير في الباص؟ instead. Keep it for air travel or organized tours.

Cultural Background

Travel in the Middle East is often a big social event. People travel in large groups with lots of luggage. Delays can be common, and "Inshallah" (God willing) is the unofficial motto. This phrase helps you navigate that uncertainty with a bit of grace. It’s a polite way to seek information in a hectic environment.

Common Variations

If you want to be super formal, say هل هناك تأخير؟. In many dialects, you might hear الطيارة متأخرة؟ which means "Is the plane late?" Both work, but our main phrase is a safe middle ground. It works in almost any Arabic-speaking country without sounding out of place.

ملاحظات الاستخدام

This phrase is neutral and safe for all situations. It works well with both staff and other passengers. Just ensure your intonation sounds like a question.

💡

The Magic of 'Fi'

The word `في` is a Swiss Army knife. It means 'in', but at the start of a sentence, it almost always means 'there is' or 'is there'.

⚠️

The 'Inshallah' Factor

If an agent says 'Inshallah' after you ask this, don't panic. It often just means they are waiting for news themselves!

💬

Politeness Counts

Always start with `لو سمحت` (Law samaht - Excuse me) to get a much faster and friendlier response from airport staff.

أمثلة

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#1 At the boarding gate
💼

لو سمحت، في تأخير في الرحلة؟

Excuse me, is there a delay in the flight?

A polite way to approach airport staff for an update.

#2 Texting a friend who is picking you up
😊

يا صاحبي، في تأخير في الرحلة، لا تستعجل.

My friend, there's a delay in the flight, don't hurry.

Used here as a statement rather than a question to inform someone.

#3 Calling customer service
👔

عفواً، هل في تأخير في الرحلة رقم ١٠١؟

Excuse me, is there a delay in flight number 101?

Adding the flight number makes the inquiry more specific and formal.

#4 Joking with a fellow passenger after a long wait
😄

لسه في تأخير في الرحلة ولا خلاص ننام هنا؟

Is there still a delay, or should we just sleep here?

A humorous way to vent frustration about a very long wait.

#5 Anxious traveler missing a connection
💭

أرجوك قولي، في تأخير في الرحلة؟ لازم أوصل!

Please tell me, is there a delay? I must arrive!

Shows urgency and high emotion regarding the flight status.

#6 Checking with a travel agent
🤝

سمعت إن في تأخير في الرحلة، هل هذا صحيح؟

I heard there is a delay in the flight, is this true?

Used to confirm rumors or unofficial information.

اختبر نفسك

Choose the correct word to ask if there is a delay.

___ تأخير في الرحلة؟

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: في

The word `في` (fi) is used here to mean 'is there' or 'there is'.

Complete the sentence to ask about the flight.

في تأخير في ___؟

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: الرحلة

`الرحلة` (al-rihla) means 'the flight' or 'the trip', which fits the context of a delay.

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وسائل تعلم بصرية

Formality Spectrum of 'Fi Ta'khir'

Informal

Texting a friend about your flight status.

في تأخير؟

Neutral

Asking a gate agent for information.

في تأخير في الرحلة؟

Formal

Official inquiry to airline management.

هل هناك تأخير في الرحلة؟

Where to use 'Fi Ta'khir fi al-Rihla?'

Flight Delay Inquiry
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Check-in Counter

Asking before dropping bags.

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Boarding Gate

Checking when the screen is blank.

📱

WhatsApp

Updating family on your arrival.

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Information Desk

Seeking general flight updates.

الأسئلة الشائعة

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In this context, yes! While it literally means 'in', it is the standard way to say 'there is' in spoken Arabic.

Yes, but you should change الرحلة to الباص (the bus) or القطار (the train) for clarity.

You can follow up with كم مدة التأخير؟ (Kam muddat al-ta'khir?), which means 'How long is the delay?'

Absolutely. It is a very 'white' Arabic phrase, meaning it's understood across almost all dialects.

The opposite is على الوقت (ala al-waqt), which means 'on time'.

Not at all. Airports can be confusing; just remember to be polite with your tone.

Just remove the questioning tone: في تأخير في رحلتي (There is a delay in my flight).

It means 'the trip' or 'the journey', but in an airport, everyone knows it refers to the flight.

Yes, you can say الرحلة متأخرة؟ which means 'Is the flight late?'. It's slightly more informal.

That's great news! It means ما في تأخير (There is no delay).

عبارات ذات صلة

موعد الإقلاع

Departure time

بوابة الصعود

Boarding gate

إلغاء الرحلة

Flight cancellation

وصلت الطيارة؟

Has the plane arrived?

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