Italian Phrase
È questo il terminal giusto?
Meaning
The speaker is asking whether the place they are standing at is the correct terminal – for example, the right airport or train terminal for a specific journey. It’s a polite way to confirm you’re in the right spot before proceeding.
When to use
Use this question at airports, train stations, bus depots, or any large transport hub when you’re unsure if you’re at the correct terminal for your departure or arrival.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Èquestoilterminalgiusto?
È (essere)
Third‑person singular of the verb 'essere', used here for identification: 'is'.
questo
Demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this', placed before the noun it modifies.
il
Definite article, masculine singular, agrees with the masculine noun 'terminal'.
terminal
Masculine noun borrowed from English, meaning a transport hub; takes the article 'il'.
giusto
Adjective meaning 'right' or 'correct', agrees in gender and number with the noun it qualifies.
🗨In Conversation
Scusi, è questo il terminal giusto per il volo per Roma?
Excuse me, is this the right terminal for the flight to Rome?
Sì, è il terminal giusto. Il suo volo parte da qui.
Yes, it’s the right terminal. Your flight departs from here.
✕Common Mistakes
E questo il terminal giusto?
The verb needs the accent: 'È' (is) not 'E'.
la terminal
'Terminal' is masculine, so the correct article is 'il'.
È questo il terminal giusta?
The adjective must agree with the masculine noun 'terminal', so use 'giusto'.
↔Alternatives
Questo è il terminal corretto?
Is this the correct terminal?
Siamo al terminal giusto?
Are we at the right terminal?
Questo è il terminal giusto?
Is this the right terminal?
Cultural Tip
Italian transport hubs often mix Italian and English terminology, so you’ll hear 'terminal' used just like in English. Start with 'Scusi' or 'Mi scusi' for politeness, especially when speaking to staff. Remember that 'terminal' is masculine – say 'il terminal', not 'la terminal'.