She said goodbye to her parents before boarding the train.
She said goodbye to her parents before boarding the train.
English
board
bɔːd, bo(ː)ɹd, boəd, bɔːɹd
Meaning: to get onto a ship, aircraft, train, or bus
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | board |
| 3rd person singular present | boards |
| Present participle | boarding |
| Past | boarded |
| Will future | will board |
| Going-to future | going to board |
| Imperative negative | don't board / do not board |
Example sentences
Passengers are requested to board the aircraft through gate 16.
Passengers are requested to board the aircraft through gate 16.
Please proceed to the next gate for boarding.
Please proceed to the next gate for boarding.
At the station, we said a quiet farewell before boarding the train.
At the station, we said a quiet farewell before boarding the train.
The astronauts boarded the spaceship for their mission to Mars.
The astronauts boarded the spaceship for their mission to Mars.
Usage Notes
Commonly used for entering public transportation like planes, trains, and boats.
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