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Reservation

UK /["/ˌrezəˈveɪʃn/"]/US /["/ˌrezərˈveɪʃn/"]/

Definition

an arrangement for a seat on a plane or train, a room in a hotel, etc. to be kept for you

In simple words: An arrangement to have a seat, table, or room in advance.

Examples

  • I made a reservation at the restaurant for 7 PM.
  • Do you need to confirm your reservation before the event?
  • They placed a reservation for a hotel room during the busy season.
  • She has a reservation about the effectiveness of the new policy.
  • His reservation concerning the project was expressed in the meeting.

Usage notes

Use in restaurants or hotels when you want to ensure a spot. Avoid in casual settings unless specifically about planning. Often used in travel contexts.

Grammar pattern

make + reservation

Memory hint

Remember 'reserve' - you make a reservation to reserve your place.

Collocations

  • airline
  • flight
  • travel
  • have
  • book
  • make
  • service
  • system
  • centre/​center
  • reservation at
  • reservation for
  • considerable
  • deep
  • grave
  • have
  • express
  • voice
  • despite reservations
  • with reservations
  • without reservation
  • one reservation
  • only reservation

Synonyms

  • misgiving

Antonyms

  • cancellation
  • abandonment

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'preservation', which means to keep something safe.
  • Using 'reservation' for things that are not booked in advance, like events.
  • Mispronouncing as 'resevation' instead of 'reservation'.