Word
arrival
Phoneticsar·rival
US/ɝˈaɪvəɫ/
UK/ɐɹˈaɪvəl/
Definitions
01reaching a place
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of reaching a place at the end of a journey.
n. the act of reaching a destination or physical location. Often used with 'at' or 'in'.
日本語:到着※
“The flight's arrival was delayed by two hours because of the heavy snow.”
“Upon their arrival at the remote mountain lodge, the guests were greeted with warm drinks and a roaring fire in the hearth.”
Pitfall
We waited for his arrival to the airport.
We waited for his arrival at the airport.
Use 'arrival at' for specific locations like airports or stations, and 'arrival in' for cities or countries.
Synonyms
02the start of something
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the beginning of a new period of time, a season, or a new invention.
n. the emergence or beginning of a new era, season, or technological development.
日本語:到来※
“The arrival of spring brings warmer weather and green leaves to the trees.”
“The arrival of the internet fundamentally transformed how global businesses communicate and manage their supply chains.”
03a person or thing that arrives
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. a person or thing that has just reached a place.
n. a person or object that has recently reached a destination. Often modified by 'new' or 'recent'.
“The hotel staff were busy helping the new arrivals with their heavy luggage.”
“The hospital ward was prepared for the latest arrivals, ensuring that each patient received immediate attention from the nursing staff.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “arrival” in context.
Verb
01. announce the arrival
“The flight attendant used the speaker to announce the arrival of the plane in London.”
verb + noun
02. await the arrival
“The family gathered at the airport to await the arrival of their son.”
verb + noun
03. delay the arrival
“Heavy snow in the mountains will likely delay the arrival of the supply trucks.”
verb + noun
Adjective
04. expected arrival
“The expected arrival time for the train is 4:30 PM.”
adj + noun
05. recent arrival
“As a recent arrival to the city, she is still learning how to use the subway.”
adj + noun
06. safe arrival
“We called our parents to let them know about our safe arrival at the hotel.”
adj + noun
Preposition
07. on arrival
“Please present your passport to the officer on arrival at the border.”
prep + noun
08. upon arrival
“Upon arrival, guests are requested to check in at the main reception desk.”
prep + noun
09. arrival of the first
Etymology
From Middle English arivaile, arivaille, arrival, arryvaile, arryvaylle, aryvayle, aryvaylle, from Middle French arrivaille, from arriver; equivalent to arrive + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
NOUN
The word in film
Arrival · 2016 · Mystery
- Directed by:
- Denis Villeneuve
- Starring:
- Amy Adams, Forest Whitaker, Michael Stuhlbarg
Denis Villeneuve directed this mystery about the sudden appearance of twelve giant spacecraft around the world. Amy Adams stars as a linguist who must communicate with these mysterious visitors to discover why they have come to Earth.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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