Arrivée (en. Arrival)
/a.ʁi.ve/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
The moment when someone or something arrives.
The arrival of the train is scheduled for 3 PM.
L'arrivée du train est prévue à 15 heures.
The destination point one is heading to.
The arrival at the airport was delayed due to traffic.
L'arrivée à l'aéroport a été retardée à cause de la circulation.
Final phase of a process.
Etymology
From the verb 'arriver', Latin 'arripare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to wait for one's arrival
To prepare for someone's arrival.
attendre son arrivée
the time of arrival
The precise moment when a person or event is expected.
l'heure de l'arrivée
to mark one's arrival
To get acquainted or introduce oneself to a group.
marquer son arrivée
Related Words
to arrive
To go to a place.
arriver
arriving
A person or thing that arrives.
arrivant
imminent arrival
Arrival that is about to happen.
arrivée imminente
Slang Meanings
While waiting for something eagerly.
We are in arrival mode, soon everyone will be here!
On est en mode arrivée, bientôt tout le monde sera là !