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Italian Phrase

C'è un chiosco per fare il check-in?

/tʃeː ˈun ˈkjɔsko per ˈfare il ˈtʃek.in/
Meaning"Is there a kiosk to do the check‑in?"
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Meaning

Literally, 'Is there a kiosk to do the check‑in?'. The speaker is asking whether a self‑service terminal is available for registering their arrival, typically at an airport, hotel, or event venue.

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When to use

Use this question when you arrive at a travel hub (airport, train station, hotel) and want to know if you can complete the check‑in process on your own without going to a staffed desk.

✦Grammar Breakdown

C'èunchioscoperfareilcheck-in?

1

C'è (ci è)

Contraction of 'ci è', third‑person singular of 'essere' used to state existence, equivalent to 'there is'.

2

Indefinite article 'un'

Used before masculine singular nouns that begin with a consonant; it does not change for borrowed words.

3

Purpose infinitive 'per fare'

The preposition 'per' + infinitive expresses purpose: 'to do / for doing'.

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Loanword 'check‑in'

An English noun adopted in Italian, kept in its original form and preceded by the article 'il'.

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Noun 'chiosco'

Masculine noun meaning a small stand or kiosk; in travel contexts it refers to a self‑service terminal.

🗨In Conversation

A

C'è un chiosco per fare il check-in?

Is there a kiosk to check in?

Sì, è proprio accanto al banco informazioni.

Yes, it's right next to the information desk.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Ci sono un chiosco per fare il check-in?

    Use 'C'è' for singular existence; 'Ci sono' is for plural nouns.

  • per fare il check in

    The loanword stays hyphenated and takes the article 'il'.

  • per fare la registrazione

    Do not translate 'check‑in' to 'registrazione'; the English loanword is standard in travel contexts.

↔Alternatives

  • C'è un terminal per il check-in?

    Is there a terminal for check‑in?

  • Posso fare il check-in al chiosco?

    Can I check in at the kiosk?

  • Dove si trova il chiosco per il check-in?

    Where is the check‑in kiosk located?

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Cultural Tip

In Italian airports and many large hotels, self‑service kiosks are called 'chioschi' or 'terminali'. The word 'chiosco' can also refer to a small food stand, so context matters. When speaking to staff, a polite tone (e.g., 'Scusi') is appreciated.