English–German

“main square” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhaʊ̯ptˌplats/

Example

Die Hauptplätze der Stadt sind oft sehr belebt.

The city's main squares are often very lively.

Illustration for Hauptplatz (main square)

How to say “main square” in German

“Main square” in German is Hauptplatz.

A town's open civic stage, where people pass through, gather, and hold public events.

Full entry for Hauptplatz: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Hauptplatz

Viele Besucher des Hauptplatzes machten Fotos.

Many visitors to the main square took photos.

Tips for using Hauptplatz

  • Hauptplatz is a masculine noun, so location is auf dem Hauptplatz and movement toward it is zum Hauptplatz.

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