German word

Platzherr

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈplat͡sˌhɛɐ̯/

Meaning

  • masculine nounhost

Example

Die Platzherren der Veranstaltung gaben die Regeln bekannt.

The hosts of the event announced the rules.

Illustration for Platzherr (host)

More examples

Als Platzherr fungierte er beim Konzert als Ansprechpartner für das Sicherheitspersonal.

He served as the host and point of contact for the security staff at the concert.

Core concept

A venue has a recognized figure or body whose word governs its use, from opening arrangements to house rules.

Common phrases

  • als Platzherr fungieren

    act as host

  • der Platzherr des Geländes

    the host of the venue

Similar words

Veranstalter: The person or organization responsible for planning and running an event.
Betreiber: The person or company responsible for operating and maintaining a facility.

Definition in German

Person oder Institution, die für einen Veranstaltungsort Verantwortung trägt und Nutzung sowie Regeln festlegt.

Word origin

The compound Platzherr joins Platz, 'place' or 'venue', and Herr, 'master' or 'lord', and thus denotes the authority associated with a place.

Usage tips

  • Platzherr is formal and specialized; Gastgeber usually means a person receiving guests, while Veranstalter normally means an event organizer.

Opposites

Related words

  • Platzherrschaftvenue management authoritynoun

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