German word

Halle

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhalə/

Meaning

  • feminine nounhall

Example

Wir treffen uns in der Halle.

We're meeting in the hall.

Illustration for Halle (hall)

More examples

Vor der Halle warten schon viele Besucher.

Many visitors are already waiting in front of the hall.

Core concept

A large roofed indoor space where crowds gather for sports, fairs, or public events.

Common phrases

  • in der großen Halle

    in the large hall

  • vor der Halle

    in front of the hall

  • bei Veranstaltungen in der Halle

    at events in the hall

Similar words

Sporthalle: An indoor sports facility for training, physical education, and competitions.
Saal: A large indoor room used for presentations, performances, or concerts.
Aula: A large indoor room at a school or university for assemblies and ceremonies.
Stadthalle: A versatile civic venue for local concerts, ceremonies, and other events.

Definition in German

Ein Raum oder Gebäude, oft groß, für Sport, Messen oder öffentliche Veranstaltungen.

Word origin

German Halle developed from Middle High German halle and Old High German halla, related to English hall through a common Germanic origin.

Usage tips

  • Halle is feminine, so the forms are die Halle, eine Halle, and die Hallen.

Opposites

  • Außenbereichoutdoor areanoun

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