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attendant

Pronunciation: [əˈtɛndənt]

Word

Learn how to use attendant in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “roles and jobs”

(noun) a person whose job is to help or serve others in a specific place. For example, an attendant might work at a park, a museum, or an airport to provide information or assistance.

Example

The airport attendant helped me find my gate quickly.

Example

There wasn't an attendant available to assist us when we needed help.

Example

What does the concert attendant do to help the audience?

Context: “events and gatherings”

(noun) a person who is present at an event or gathering, like a meeting or a party. They are there to watch or to be part of the occasion.

Example

The attendants at the wedding were all dressed beautifully.

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Unfortunately, many of the expected attendants didn't come to the event.

Example

How many attendants are expected at the conference?

Context: “air travel”

(noun) A person whose job is to serve passengers on an airplane, often called a flight attendant. They help passengers during the flight and make sure everyone is safe.

Example

The flight attendant brought drinks to the passengers.

Example

The attendant did not notice the passenger's request for assistance.

Example

Did the attendant assist you during the flight?

How to pronounce attendant

Pronunciation: [əˈtɛndənt]

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Lessons with this word

  • Level A2

    Arrival

    Land, pass immigration and customs and leave the airport: English words for arrivals, baggage claim, lost luggage, shuttles and taxis, with audio.

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  • Level A2

    On the plane

    Board the plane, find your seat and understand the crew: English words for the window seat, the aisle, the seatbelt and turbulence, with audio.

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