Cool MateMeaning of Tarmac
In simple words: A surface made of tar and gravel, used for roads and airports.
Tarmac in a sentence
- The planes are parked on the tarmac, ready for boarding.
- The tarmac was freshly laid, ready for the new road construction.
- She slipped on the wet tarmac after the rain began.
- They are resurfacing the tarmac at the airport this week.
- The tarmac was heated by the sun, making it soft and sticky.
How to use Tarmac
Commonly used in British English. In the US, it's often called 'asphalt'. More common in construction and transportation contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'tar' in 'tarmac' - imagine a road being paved with tar.
Related words
Collocations with Tarmac
- smooth tarmac
- tarmac surface
- tarmac runway
- wet tarmac
- tarmac road
Synonyms for Tarmac
- asphalt
- pavement
- bitumen
- road surface
- sealant
Common mistakes with Tarmac
- Used as a verb; 'tarmac' is only a noun in standard usage.
- Confused with 'tar'; 'tarmac' refers to a specific type of paved surface.
- Incorrectly assumed to refer to all types of roads.
Tarmac appears in
Tarmac in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أسفلت
سطح مصنوع من القار والحصى، يستخدم للطرق والمطارات.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Tarmac
আলকাতরা ও নুড়ি দিয়ে তৈরি একটি পৃষ্ঠ, যা রাস্তা ও বিমানবন্দরের জন্য ব্যবহৃত হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Tarmac
Eine Oberfläche aus Teer und Kies, die für Straßen und Flughäfen verwendet wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Asfalto
Una superficie hecha de alquitrán y grava, usada para carreteras y aeropuertos.
- Persianفارسی
آسفالت
سطحی ساخته شده از قیر و شن، که برای جادهها و فرودگاهها استفاده میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Tarmac
Une surface en goudron et gravier, pour les routes et les aéroports.
- Hindiहिन्दी
टारमैक
तार और बजरी से बनी एक सतह, जिसका उपयोग सड़कों और हवाई अड्डों के लिए किया जाता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Tarmac
Una superficie fatta di catrame e ghiaia, usata per strade e aeroporti.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Tarmac
Uma superfície feita de piche e cascalho, usada para estradas e aeroportos.
- RussianРусский
Тармак
Покрытие из смолы и гравия, используемое для дорог и аэропортов.
- Urduاردو
ٹارمک
تار اور بجری سے بنی ایک سطح، جو سڑکوں اور ہوائی اڈوں کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
沥青路面
一种由沥青和碎石制成的表面，用于道路和机场。
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Frequently asked questions about Tarmac
What does Tarmac mean?
A surface made of tar and gravel, used for roads and airports.
What is the definition of Tarmac?
A strong surface material made from tar and small stones, used for roads and airports.
How do you use Tarmac in a sentence?
The planes are parked on the tarmac, ready for boarding.
Can you give another example of Tarmac?
The tarmac was freshly laid, ready for the new road construction.
What are synonyms for Tarmac?
Common alternatives include asphalt, pavement, bitumen, road surface, sealant.
What words go with Tarmac?
It commonly pairs with smooth tarmac, tarmac surface, tarmac runway, wet tarmac, tarmac road.
What are common mistakes when using Tarmac?
Used as a verb; 'tarmac' is only a noun in standard usage. Confused with 'tar'; 'tarmac' refers to a specific type of paved surface. Incorrectly assumed to refer to all types of roads.
How do you pronounce Tarmac?
US: //ˈtɑr.mæk//, UK: //ˈtɑː.mæk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Tarmac?
Commonly used in British English. In the US, it's often called 'asphalt'. More common in construction and transportation contexts.