Helloooo! Just a few words of support for those of you who are starting your experience in our Conversation Club and don’t feel very confident. Don’t worry, we’re here for you!

On this page, you’ll find the vocabulary that can help you speak with your Club Partners (other MPEC students you’ll be paired with for guided conversations).

If you feel like you need to prepare before the club session, you can review the content of this page in advance. We are your Coaches and we know you well! We know that using Idioms & Phrasal Verbs can be a real challenge, so those are often the language elements we’ll suggest you use 🙃

After the preparation (you’ll find both the vocabulary and the conversation questions on this page), we invite you to participate in the Club session. You have received an email with the ZOOM link for the session:

On Tuesdays, the Club takes place from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM, and on Thursdays, from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM. If you haven’t received the access instructions via email, please, get in touch with us:

If you want to practice more after the Club session, you can come back here to do the Follow Up activity (at the bottom of the page). Are you ready? Let’s begin!

B1-B2 Airport Vocabulary

• Boarding Pass 🎫: A printed or digital document that allows you to board the flight after check-in.
• Gate 🚪: The specific area at the airport where passengers board their flights.
• Security Check 🛡️: The process of screening passengers and their belongings for prohibited items before boarding.
• Luggage Tag 🏷️: A label attached to your luggage to identify it during the journey.
• Overhead Compartment 🛅: Storage space above your seat on the airplane for cabin luggage.
• Liquid Restrictions 🚱: Rules limiting the amount of liquid you can carry in your hand luggage.
• TSA PreCheck 🏢: A program in the US that allows eligible travelers to go through an expedited security screening process.
• Customs 🛃: The official examination of your belongings when entering a country to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Connecting Flight ➡️✈️: A flight that requires you to change planes at an intermediate airport to reach your final destination.
• Delayed ✈️⏰: When a flight is not on time and leaves later than scheduled.
• Baggage Claim 🛄: The area at the airport where you collect your checked luggage after landing.
• Immigration 🛂: The process of entering a foreign country, where officials check your passport and visa.
• Boarding Time ⏰: The designated time when passengers begin to board the aircraft.

• Hold up 🛑: To cause a delay. The traffic jam held us up, and we barely made it to the airport on time!
• Get through 🔄: To successfully complete a task or process. We need to get through security before the flight departs.
• Take off 🛫: To leave the ground and begin a flight. The plane will take off in 15 minutes.
• Drop off 🚗💨: To leave someone at a location (e.g., the airport). My friend dropped me off at the departure gate.
• Pick up 🚕: To collect someone from a location (e.g., the airport). My parents will pick me up when I arrive.

• Check in ✅: To register at the airport for your flight. You can check in online or at the airport counter.
• Fill out 🖊️: To complete a form with required information. Please fill out this customs declaration form.
• Go over 🧐: To review or examine carefully. Airport security will go over your belongings to ensure safety.
• Set off 🚀: To start a journey. We’re excited to set off on our vacation!
• Hold on 🕰️: To wait for a short time. Hold on, the boarding announcement will come soon.

Round 1: Communication and Clarity

1. Have you ever experienced any airport adventures or mishaps while checking in or going through security?
2. What’s the most unusual or interesting item you’ve seen someone try to take through airport security?
3. Are you a meticulous packer, or do you tend to be spontaneous when packing for a trip?
4. Do you prefer to arrive at the airport early or cut it close to the departure time?

Round 3: The Final One, So We Role lay!

In pairs, take turns simulating an airport experience. One of you will be the passenger checking in and going through security, while the other plays the role of a friendly airport staff member. Use the vocabulary, phrasal verbs, and idioms from the handout to make the conversation engaging and authentic. Feel free to improvise and add your unique touch to the role play.

Have fun, and remember to embrace the adventure of air travel! ✈️😄