El aeropuerto
Example: El aeropuerto internacional conecta muchas ciudades importantes del país.
Definition
"El aeropuerto" is a place where airplanes take off and land, serving as a hub for passengers and cargo. It typically includes terminals, runways, and facilities for customs and security, facilitating air travel and connecting different cities and countries.
Etymology
The term "el aeropuerto" comes from the Spanish words 'aero,' meaning air, derived from the Greek 'aēr,' and 'puerto,' meaning port or harbor. Essentially, 'el aeropuerto' means an 'air port,' a place where aircraft arrive and depart, similar to how ships dock at a harbor.
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"El aeropuerto" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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