L'aéroport
Example: L'aéroport est bondé pendant les vacances d'été chaque année.
Definition
"L'aéroport" refers to a large facility where aircraft can take off and land, serving as a hub for passengers and cargo during travel. It includes terminals, runways, and support services, often bustling with activity, especially during peak travel seasons like summer vacations.
Etymology
The word "l'aéroport" comes from the French combination of 'aéro', meaning 'air', derived from the Greek 'aēr', and 'port', meaning 'harbor' or 'gateway'. Did you know? The term literally means 'air harbor', highlighting its role as a gateway for air travel.
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"L'aéroport" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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