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Passage: meaning, definitions and examples

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passage

 

[ˈpæsɪdʒ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

security

A narrow way, typically having walls on either side, allowing access between buildings or to different rooms within a building.

Synonyms

alleyway, corridor, hallway.

Examples of usage

  • He walked down the dimly lit passage towards the exit.
  • The secret passage allowed the spies to escape undetected.
Context #2 | Noun

literature

A section of a written work, typically constituting a subdivision of a chapter.

Synonyms

excerpt, paragraph, section.

Examples of usage

  • The passage describing the main character's childhood was particularly moving.
  • The book had a passage that foreshadowed the ending.
Context #3 | Noun

journey

The act or process of moving through, under, over, or past something on the way from one place to another.

Synonyms

journey, travel, voyage.

Examples of usage

  • The ship had a smooth passage across the ocean.
  • The mountain passage was treacherous but breathtaking.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • This word comes from the Latin 'passus', which means 'to step or go'.
  • It evolved into Old French as 'passage', which referred to both physical passages and written sections.

Literature

  • In literary terms, a 'passage' often refers to a specific excerpt or segment from a larger work, conveying critical themes or emotions.
  • Famous passages in literature can become well-known quotes, capturing the essence of a story.

Architecture

  • Architecturally, passages can refer to corridors or hallways that connect different rooms or spaces in a building.
  • The design of passageways can influence traffic flow in public places like schools and museums.

Cultural Significance

  • In various cultures, passages have significant symbolic meanings, representing transitions in life such as coming of age or moving to a new stage.
  • Festivals often feature physical passages, like parades, symbolizing community transition and celebration.

Transportation

  • In the context of travel, a passage can refer to a journey across water, with 'passage' used to describe the ticket needed for such trips.
  • Historically, migrations and explorations often relied on passages across rivers or oceans, shaping cultural exchanges.

Translations

Translations of the word "passage" in other languages:

🇵🇹 passagem

🇮🇳 गुज़रना

🇩🇪 Durchgang

🇮🇩 passase

🇺🇦 прохід

🇵🇱 przejście

🇯🇵 通路

🇫🇷 passage

🇪🇸 pasaje

🇹🇷 geçit

🇰🇷 통로

🇸🇦 ممر

🇨🇿 průchod

🇸🇰 priechod

🇨🇳 通道

🇸🇮 prehod

🇮🇸 göng

🇰🇿 өту

🇬🇪 გასასვლელი

🇦🇿 keçid

🇲🇽 pasaje

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,239, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.