مطار (Arabic)
Where does "مطار" come from?
The Arabic word 'matar' is derived from the triliteral root 'ṭ-y-r', which is associated with the concept of flight. It is constructed as a 'noun of place' from the verb 'ṭāra', meaning 'to fly,' literally identifying a location where flying takes place. Consequently, the word evolved naturally to describe an airport or airfield in modern usage.
Full etymology tree
- مطار (maṭār) (Arabic), 'airport, airfield'
- derived طار (ṭāra) (Arabic), 'to fly'
- derived ط ي ر (ṭ-y-r) (Arabic)
- derived طار (ṭāra) (Arabic), 'to fly'
Updated June 2026
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