German word

Jugendhaus

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈjuːgn̩tˌhaʊ̯s/

Meaning

  • neuter nounyouth center

Example

Wir treffen uns heute im Jugendhaus.

Today, we're meeting at the youth center.

Illustration for Jugendhaus (youth center)

More examples

Im Jugendhaus gibt es heute Abend einen Workshop.

There is a workshop at the youth center this evening.

Core concept

A shared local building with rooms for youth activities, conversation, and support.

Common phrases

  • im Jugendhaus feiern

    celebrate at the youth center

  • für das Jugendhaus spenden

    donate to the youth center

  • sich im Jugendhaus engagieren

    get involved at the youth center

Similar words

Jugendzentrum: A community facility offering organized activities and advice for young people.
Jugendclub: A place where members or regulars gather to socialize and have fun.
Jugendtreff: An informal place for young people to meet or spend time.
Jugendheim: A residential facility where young people live together and receive care and guidance.

Definition in German

Jugendhaus ist ein Ort, an dem Jugendliche sich treffen, gemeinsame Aktivitäten durchführen und Unterstützung erhalten können.

Word origin

Jugendhaus is a compound of Jugend ('youth') and Haus ('house'), with the second element naming a building or place.

Usage tips

  • Jugendhaus is neuter, so the standard forms are das Jugendhaus and the plural die Jugendhäuser.

Other meanings

  • youth recreation facilitynoun

Opposites

  • Seniorenzentrumsenior centernoun

Related words

  • Jugendförderungyouth supportnoun
  • Jugendorganisationyouth organizationnoun
  • Jugendkulturyouth culturenoun

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