land in
phr. v.. B1 Intermediate Oxford
phr. v.. to arrive at a place, usually by air or after a journey.
phr. v.. to arrive at a location, typically after a journey or flight; transitive phrasal verb.
The plane landed in Tokyo.
After a long flight, the travelers finally landed in their hometown.
The rescue helicopter landed in the remote village, bringing much-needed supplies.
- Particles
- in
- Separability
- inseparable
- Pattern
- land + in + location
Usage
followed by a location; typically used for arrivals after travel.
Teaching tip
contrast with 'arrive at' (more general) and 'touch down' (specific to aircraft)
Pitfall
land on Parisland in Parisuse 'in' for enclosed or specific locations, not 'on'