Meaning and Usage
"항공" refers broadly to anything related to aviation or air transport. It is not an airport itself but is often used in compound words related to air travel, such as "항공편" (air flight) or "항공사" (airline).
Common Collocations
- 항공편: air flight, used when talking about flights or tickets.
- 항공사: airline company, referring to the business operating flights.
- 항공 기술: aviation technology, related to the technical aspects of flying.
Usage Notes
When you see "항공," think about the context of flying or air transport rather than a physical airport. A common mistake is to confuse "항공" with "공항" which means "airport." They sound similar but have different meanings.
"항공" is a formal noun often used in news, travel, and technical contexts. It is not used alone to mean "airport."