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공항 — meaning in English: airport
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airport
공포
gongpo
공항
gonghang
콩
kong
얼굴
eolgul
명성
myeongseong
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neutral
very common
Usage
Native speakers use the word 공항 (gonghang) when discussing travel plans, buying tickets, or when they're navigating their way through different modes of transportation. For instance, someone might say, '공항에 가는 버스는 어디에서 잡나요?' which translates to 'Where do I catch the bus to the airport?'
Synonyms & nuances
A closer term is 비행장 (bihaengjang), which means 'airfield' and usually refers to smaller, regional airports. You would use 공항 when talking about larger, international airports that handle commercial flights, emphasizing the scale and facilities available.
Culture
The term 공항 is derived from the Chinese characters 空 (kong) meaning 'empty' or 'sky' and 港 (gang) meaning 'port'. This reflects the importance of airports as modern ports for international travel, where the sky is the new sea. Interestingly, in South Korea, the Incheon International Airport is consistently ranked among the best airports in the world, showcasing the country's commitment to efficient travel.
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