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baggage

Pronunciation: [ˈbæɡɪdʒ]

Word

Learn how to use baggage in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “travel”

(noun) Baggage refers to the suitcases and bags that you take with you when you travel. It is what you pack your clothes and other things in when you go on a trip.

Example

She packed her baggage carefully before heading to the airport.

Example

He forgot to check his baggage at the ticket counter and almost missed his flight.

Example

How much baggage are you allowed to take on the plane?

Context: “emotional”

(noun) Baggage can also mean the emotional problems or difficulties you carry with you. These could be feelings from past experiences that affect how you act now.

Example

She felt lighter after talking about her emotional baggage with a friend.

Example

He didn't want to bring his emotional baggage into his new relationship.

Example

What kind of baggage do you think affects your life the most?

How to pronounce baggage

Pronunciation: [ˈbæɡɪdʒ]

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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

    At the terminal

    Find your terminal, check in and hand over your bags: English words for the airport check-in desk, luggage and boarding passes, with audio.

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