Der Flughafen
Example: Der Flughafen ist heute wegen Nebels geschlossen.
Definition
"Der Flughafen" refers to an airport, a designated area where aircraft take off and land, and where passengers and cargo are managed. It is a central hub for air travel and related services, often including terminals, runways, and support facilities.
Etymology
The German word "der Flughafen" combines "Flug" meaning flight and "Hafen" meaning harbor or port. It literally translates to 'flight harbor,' reflecting the concept of a safe place where airplanes arrive and depart, much like ships at a sea port.
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"Der Flughafen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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