German word

Disco

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈdɪsko/

Meaning

  • feminine noundisco

Example

In der Disco tanzen viele Leute.

Many people are dancing at the disco.

Illustration for Disco (disco)

More examples

Die Disco-Musik war so laut, dass wir uns kaum unterhalten konnten.

The disco music was so loud that we could barely talk.

Core concept

A lively indoor venue where recorded dance music draws people together to dance and celebrate.

Common phrases

  • die Disco-Musik

    disco music

  • auf der Disco-Tanzfläche

    on the disco dance floor

Similar words

Diskothek: A dance venue where recorded music is played mainly for dancing.
Nachtclub: A late-night adult venue offering music, drinks, and entertainment.
Club: A venue where people meet for music, drinks, dancing, or conversation.

Definition in German

Ein Raum oder Lokal, in dem überwiegend Tanzmusik abgespielt wird und Gäste zum Tanzen oder Feiern kommen.

Word origin

German Disco is a shortening of Diskothek, borrowed through French discothèque for a venue centered on recorded music.

Usage tips

  • Disco is feminine, so standard forms include die Disco, in die Disco for movement, and in der Disco for location.

Other meanings

  • clubnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • Disco-Partydisco partynoun
  • Disco-Eventdisco eventnoun

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