German word

Hallein

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhalaɪ̯n/

Meaning

  • neuter nounHallein

Example

Ich besuche Halleins Altstadt.

I am visiting the old town of Hallein.

Illustration for Hallein (Hallein)

More examples

Das Salzbergwerk bei Hallein zieht viele Besucher an.

The salt mine near Hallein attracts many visitors.

Core concept

A compact historic town south of Salzburg where mountain salt shaped the settlement and its identity.

Common phrases

  • in Hallein

    in Hallein

  • der Markt von Hallein

    the market of Hallein

  • die Altstadt von Hallein

    the old town of Hallein

Similar words

Stadt: A sizable urban settlement with a developed built-up area and many residents.
Ort: A general term for a place, town, district, or named locality.
Gemeinde: A formally defined local government unit, such as a municipality or small town.
Dorf: A small settlement or village with relatively few residents.

Definition in German

Hallein ist eine kleine Stadt südlich von Salzburg in Österreich, mit historischer Bedeutung durch Salzabbau.

Word origin

The name Hallein is associated with the old salt word 'hal', although the precise historical development into the modern form is not certain.

Usage tips

  • The genitive of Hallein is formed with -s, so 'Halleins Altstadt' means 'Hallein's old town' without an apostrophe.

Related words

  • Halleinerperson from Halleinnoun
  • Halleinerinwoman from Halleinnoun

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