What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
embarque
Example
El embarque del barco está programado para las 10 de la mañana. [embarque: noun]
Example
Por favor, esperen a que se anuncie el embarque del vuelo. [embarque: noun]
boarding
Example
The boarding of the cruise ship begins at 3 pm. [boarding: noun]
Example
We are currently boarding passengers for flight 123. [boarding: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Boarding is more commonly used than embarque in everyday language, especially in English-speaking countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between embarque and boarding?
Embarque can have a more formal or official connotation, while boarding can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
