This beginner conversation happens at an airport check-in counter before a flight. A passenger politely talks with the airline staff to complete the check-in process. It shows how to ask for basic travel information in a respectful way. Learners can understand common airport words used in real situations. This dialogue helps build confidence for first-time air travel communication.
Character Introduction
Sophia – A passenger traveling abroad for the first time. She is a little nervous but excited.
Mr. Lewis – An airline staff member at the check-in counter who helps passengers with boarding passes and luggage.
Hello, is this the check-in counter for Flight 307?
Mr. Lewis
Yes, ma’am. May I see your passport and ticket, please?
Sophia
Sure, here they are.
Mr. Lewis
Thank you. Do you have any luggage to check in?
Sophia
Yes, I have one big suitcase.
Mr. Lewis
Please place it on the scale.
Sophia
Okay, here it is.
Mr. Lewis
Your bag is within the weight limit. That’s good.
Sophia
Great! Do I need to pay any extra fee?
Mr. Lewis
No, it’s included in your ticket.
Sophia
Perfect. Can I also have a window seat, please?
Mr. Lewis
Let me check… Yes, a window seat is available.
Sophia
That’s wonderful, thank you!
Mr. Lewis
Here is your boarding pass. Your gate is number 12.
Sophia
What time will boarding start?
Mr. Lewis
Boarding starts at 6:30 PM. Please be at the gate 30 minutes before.
Sophia
Alright, I’ll make sure to be there on time.
Mr. Lewis
Have a safe flight, ma’am.
Sophia
Thank you so much for your help!
Mr. Lewis
You’re welcome. Enjoy your journey.
Spoken english phrases with meaning and usage
1) Check-in counter – The place where you show your ticket and get a boarding pass.
Example 1: I went to the check-in counter to show my ID.
Example 2: Please stand in line for the check-in counter.
2) Boarding pass – A paper or digital ticket that allows you to enter the airplane.
Example 1: The staff gave me my boarding pass after check-in.
Example 2: I showed my boarding pass at the gate.
3) Luggage to check in – Bags that you give to the airline staff to put in the airplane.
Example 1: I have one big bag to check in.
Example 2: She handed her luggage to check in at the counter.
4) Weight limit – The maximum weight allowed for your luggage.
Example 1: My bag was under the weight limit.
Example 2: The staff checked the weight limit of my suitcase.
5) Extra fee – Additional money you may need to pay.
Example 1: I paid an extra fee for my heavy bag.
Example 2: They charged an extra fee for a second suitcase.
6) Window seat – A seat next to the airplane window.
Example 1: I like to book a window seat for every trip.
Example 2: She sat in the window seat and watched outside.
7) Gate number – The place in the airport where passengers go to enter the airplane.
Example 1: My gate number is written on the boarding pass.
Example 2: They announced the gate number on the screen.
8) Boarding time – The time when passengers start getting on the plane.
Example 1: Our boarding time is at 6:30 PM.
Example 2: Please reach the gate before boarding time.
9) Safe flight – A polite wish for someone’s journey to be safe.
Example 1: The staff said, “Have a safe flight.”
Example 2: My parents wished me a safe flight.
10) Enjoy your journey – A friendly phrase to wish someone a pleasant trip.
Example 1: The driver smiled and said, “Enjoy your journey.”
Example 2: My friend waved and said, “Enjoy your journey!”
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