Aeropuerto: airport
Pronunciation: ah-eh-roh-PWEHR-toh (stress the capital letters)
Aeropuerto means “airport” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: airport
- How to say it: ah-eh-roh-PWEHR-toh
- Gender: el aeropuerto
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “aeropuerto” means and how to use it
Aeropuerto means “airport.” It is made from “aero” (air) and “puerto” (port).
Gender and plural
- Gender: el aeropuerto (masculine)
- Plural: los aeropuertos
Examples with audio
- Llego al aeropuerto a las seis.I arrive at the airport at six.
- El aeropuerto está lejos de la ciudad.The airport is far from the city.
- ¿Cómo llego al aeropuerto?How do I get to the airport?
Usage tip
Pronounce all vowels: a-e-ro-PUER-to. At an airport, signs say “salidas” (departures) and “llegadas” (arrivals).
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “airport” in Spanish?
“airport” in Spanish is “aeropuerto.” It is pronounced ah-eh-roh-PWEHR-toh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “aeropuerto”?
Say ah-eh-roh-PWEHR-toh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “aeropuerto” masculine or feminine?
Aeropuerto is masculine: “el aeropuerto.” The plural is “aeropuertos.”
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