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skycap

 

[ ˈskaɪˌkæp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

airport service

A skycap is a person employed by an airport or airline, typically found at airport terminals, who assists passengers with their luggage. They help check in luggage, provide information about flights, and often help with transporting bags to and from vehicles and check-in counters. Skycaps are especially helpful for elderly or disabled travelers who may need assistance. While their services are often informal, tipping is customary for the assistance they provide.

Synonyms

baggage handler, luggage attendant, porter

Examples of usage

  • The skycap helped me with my heavy suitcase.
  • After checking in, I tipped the skycap for his great service.
  • Skycaps often assist passengers right at the curbside.
  • When traveling with kids, a skycap can be a lifesaver.

Translations

Translations of the word "skycap" in other languages:

🇵🇹 carregador de bagagens

🇮🇳 बैगेज कैरियर

🇩🇪 Gepäckträger

🇮🇩 pengangkut bagasi

🇺🇦 вантажник багажу

🇵🇱 tragarz bagażu

🇯🇵 スカイキャップ

🇫🇷 bagagiste

🇪🇸 maletero

🇹🇷 bagaj taşıyıcı

🇰🇷 짐꾼

🇸🇦 حمال الأمتعة

🇨🇿 nositel zavazadel

🇸🇰 nosič batožiny

🇨🇳 行李搬运工

🇸🇮 prenašalec prtljage

🇮🇸 farangur

🇰🇿 жүкті тасымалдаушы

🇬🇪 ბარგის გამსვლელი

🇦🇿 baqaj daşıyıcısı

🇲🇽 maletero

Etymology

The term 'skycap' originated in the United States during the mid-20th century, combining the word 'sky', which refers to the open air or atmosphere, with 'cap', which has connotations of 'capping' or providing a covering. Initially, skycaps emerged as part of the broader transformation of air travel, as airlines sought to enhance customer service at airports. This was a time when more people began traveling by air, creating a demand for assistance with luggage. The role of the skycap became formalized as a part of airport operations, reflecting changes in travel norms and expectations around customer service. Today, skycaps are recognized for their vital role in the travel experience, especially at busy airports, where they assist with the increasingly complex processes of checking in and boarding flights.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,524, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.