German word

Pfarrheim

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpfaɐ̯ˌhaɪ̯m/

Meaning

  • neuter nounparish hall

Example

Das Pfarrheim ist heute geschlossen.

The parish hall is closed today.

Illustration for Pfarrheim (parish hall)

More examples

Die Veranstaltung im Pfarrheim beginnt um 19 Uhr.

The event in the parish hall begins at 7 p.m.

Core concept

A parish's welcoming house, with rooms where local people meet, hold events, and receive community services.

Common phrases

  • im Pfarrheim

    in the parish hall

  • Veranstaltung im Pfarrheim

    event in the parish hall

  • Treffen im Pfarrheim

    meeting in the parish hall

Similar words

Gemeindezentrum: A general community center offering rooms and services for local residents.
Pfarrhaus: A building where a parish priest lives.
Kirche: A building where worshippers gather for religious services.

Definition in German

Ein Haus oder Raum einer Pfarrei, der für Treffen, Veranstaltungen und soziale Angebote der Gemeinde dient.

Word origin

Pfarrheim is a compound of Pfarr-, relating to a parish, and Heim, meaning home or house.

Usage tips

  • Pfarrheim is neuter, so the standard form is das Pfarrheim; its plural is die Pfarrheime.

Other meanings

  • parish centernoun

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