German Conversation · Level 27
90 words
German word
Palast
Pronunciation
IPA/paˈlast/
Meaning
- masculine nounpalace
Example
In der Stadt stehen mehrere Paläste.
There are several palaces in the city.
More examples
Vor dem Palast warteten Besucher auf die Öffnung.
In front of the palace, visitors waited for the opening.
Core concept
A grand ceremonial residence associated with royalty or other high-ranking rulers.
Common phrases
vor dem Palast
in front of the palace
die Pracht des Palastes
the splendor of the palace
in einem historischen Palast
in a historic palace
Similar words
Schloss: A lavish castle or estate designed as a home for nobles or wealthy owners.
Palais: A grand city residence used by the upper class for private hospitality and social events.
Burg: A medieval defensive stronghold with walls, towers, and other fortifications.
Residenz: A formal home provided for a head of state or other senior official.
Definition in German
Großes, repräsentatives und oft prunkvolles Gebäude, in dem Herrscher oder Adlige wohnen oder offizielle Empfänge stattfinden.
Word origin
Palast ultimately derives from Latin palatium, originally associated with the Palatine Hill in Rome and later used for an imperial residence.
Usage tips
- Palast is masculine, and its plural is Paläste, with an umlaut and final -e.