Meaning
To fail to board an airplane at the scheduled time.
Cultural Background
Airports in major cities like São Paulo are very busy; missing a flight is a major headache. Public transport is often integrated, so missing a flight can disrupt train connections too.
Check the gate
Always check your gate early to avoid this phrase!
Meaning
To fail to board an airplane at the scheduled time.
Check the gate
Always check your gate early to avoid this phrase!
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Eu cheguei tarde e ____ o voo.
Past tense is required for a completed action.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesEu cheguei tarde e ____ o voo.
Past tense is required for a completed action.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, 'perder uma reunião' is common.
Related Phrases
Perder o ônibus
similarTo miss the bus
Atrasar-se
builds onTo be late