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Luggage

UK //ˈlʌɡɪdʒ// US //ˈlʌɡɪdʒ// Pronunciation

Definition

Bags and suitcases used for carrying personal belongings during travel.

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In simple words: Bags used to carry clothes and personal items when traveling.

Examples

• She checked her luggage at the airport before her flight.
• Make sure to label your luggage with your name and contact details.
• He struggled to lift his heavy luggage onto the train.
• They bought new luggage for their vacation to Europe.
• The lost luggage was finally returned to its owner after two days.

Usage notes

Used in both spoken and written English. Mostly seen in travel contexts. Avoid in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'luggage' as 'baggage' - luggage is all your bags!

Collocations

• heavy luggage
• luggage claim
• carry-on luggage
• check luggage
• luggage cart

Synonyms

• baggage
• suitcases
• travel bags
• gear
• containers

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'baggage', which is more abstract and emotional.
• Using 'luggage' as a singular noun; it's always plural.
• Mixing up 'luggage' with 'suitcase', which is a specific type of luggage.