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UK/["/ˈeəpɔːt/"]/US/["/ˈerpɔːrt/"]/

Meaning of Airport

In simple words: A place where airplanes land and take off.

Airport in a sentence

  • We arrived at the airport early to avoid missing our flight.
  • The airport was crowded with travelers and their luggage.
  • She works at the airport as a customer service agent.
  • The airport has many shops and restaurants to enjoy.
  • After a long journey, we finally landed at the airport.

How to use Airport

Commonly used in travel contexts. Appropriate in casual and formal settings when discussing travel plans. Avoid using in contexts that do not relate to air travel.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine the 'air' and 'port' as a docking station for airplanes in the sky.

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Collocations with Airport

Synonyms for Airport

  • airfield
  • landing zone
  • flight terminal

Opposites of Airport

  • seaport
  • train station
  • bus station

Common mistakes with Airport

  • Confusing 'airport' with 'aerodrome' - 'airport' is more common.
  • Adding unnecessary articles - e.g., saying 'the airport' when referring to a generic airport.
  • Mispronouncing the second syllable, often saying it too quickly.

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Frequently asked questions about Airport

What does Airport mean?

A place where airplanes land and take off.

What is the definition of Airport?

a place where planes land and take off and that has buildings for passengers to wait in

How do you use Airport in a sentence?

We arrived at the airport early to avoid missing our flight.

Can you give another example of Airport?

The airport was crowded with travelers and their luggage.

What are synonyms for Airport?

Common alternatives include airfield, landing zone, flight terminal.

What is the opposite of Airport?

Opposite meanings include seaport, train station, bus station.

What words go with Airport?

It commonly pairs with big, large, major, depart from, fly from, take off from, building, terminal, check-in, at an/​the airport.

What are common mistakes when using Airport?

Confusing 'airport' with 'aerodrome' - 'airport' is more common. Adding unnecessary articles - e.g., saying 'the airport' when referring to a generic airport. Mispronouncing the second syllable, often saying it too quickly.

How do you pronounce Airport?

US: /["/ˈerpɔːrt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈeəpɔːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Airport?

Commonly used in travel contexts. Appropriate in casual and formal settings when discussing travel plans. Avoid using in contexts that do not relate to air travel.

What CEFR level is Airport?

"Airport" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.