German word

Festsaal

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfɛstˌzaːl/

Meaning

  • masculine nounbanquet hall

Example

Wir haben gestern im Festsaal gefeiert.

We celebrated in the banquet hall yesterday.

Illustration for Festsaal (banquet hall)

More examples

Wir laden Gäste in den Festsaal ein.

We invite guests into the ballroom.

Core concept

A spacious decorated hall where a formal celebration unfolds around tables, music, or dancing.

Common phrases

  • in den Festsaal einladen

    invite ___ to the banquet hall

  • den Festsaal ausstatten

    equip the banquet hall

Similar words

Saal: A large indoor room for ceremonies, meetings, or gatherings.
Festhalle: A large indoor venue built to hold major celebrations and public events.
Ballsaal: An ornate hall designed for balls and other formal dancing.
Veranstaltungshalle: A large indoor venue for concerts, trade fairs, and other events.

Definition in German

Ein großer, festlich ausgestatteter Innenraum in einem Gebäude, der für Feiern, Bankette oder Tänze genutzt wird.

Word origin

The compound Festsaal joins Fest, meaning a celebration, to Saal, meaning a large room or hall.

Usage tips

  • Festsaal is more formal and grand in tone than the broader word Saal, while Halle usually refers to a large functional building or space.

Other meanings

  • grand hallnoun
  • hallnoun
  • ballroomnoun

Opposites

  • Freiluftveranstaltungoutdoor eventnoun

Related words

  • Festgesellschaftbanquet guestsnoun
  • festlichfestiveadjective

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