German word

Aula

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaʊ̯la/

Meaning

  • feminine nounauditorium

Example

Die Vorlesung beginnt in der Aula.

The lecture begins in the auditorium.

Illustration for Aula (auditorium)

More examples

Wegen großer Nachfrage war die Aula schnell ausverkauft.

Due to high demand, the auditorium quickly filled up.

Core concept

A spacious academic hall where an audience gathers for a lecture, a public meeting, or a ceremonial event.

Common phrases

  • eine Rede in der Aula halten

    give a speech in the auditorium

  • die Aula füllen

    fill the auditorium

Similar words

Hörsaal: A large academic classroom with tiered seats and a board or screen.
Konzertsaal: An indoor venue designed mainly for musical performances and good acoustics.
Saal: A large indoor room for medium-sized or large gatherings.
Halle: A spacious, high-ceilinged indoor venue for exhibitions or sporting events.

Definition in German

Großer Raum in einer Schule oder Hochschule, der für Vorlesungen, Versammlungen und feierliche Anlässe genutzt wird.

Word origin

The German noun was borrowed from Latin aula, which referred to a palace court or large enclosed hall, and its academic sense developed later.

Usage tips

  • German Aula is more specific than English hall and usually points to a school or university venue rather than any large public room.

Other meanings

  • hallnoun
  • assembly hallnoun

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