German Conversation · Level 69
59 words
German word
Residenz
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁeziˈdɛnt͡s/
Meaning
- feminine nounpalace
Example
Die Residenz der Stadt wurde im 17. Jahrhundert gebaut.
The city's palace was built in the 17th century.
More examples
Die offizielle Residenz des Botschafters liegt im Stadtzentrum.
The ambassador's official residence is located in the city center.
Core concept
A palace that serves both as a ruler's household and as a center of government.
Common phrases
offizielle Residenz
official residence
in der Residenz empfangen
be received at the residence
die Residenz des Botschafters
the ambassador's official residence
Similar words
Schloss: A spacious aristocratic or royal residence for living, worship, feasts, and gatherings.
Palast: An imposing palace designed for state ceremonies and other official occasions.
Palais: An elegant urban mansion built for aristocrats or wealthy residents.
Villa: A fine private home, typically in the suburbs or set within a garden.
Definition in German
Offizieller Wohn- und Amtssitz, besonders historisch für Fürsten oder hohe Beamte; oft ein prächtiges Bauwerk.
Word origin
The noun derives from Latin residere, 'to remain', through the Medieval Latin form residentia for an established place of residence.
Usage tips
- German Residenz often suggests a historic princely seat or palace, while the broader English sense 'residence' is usually Wohnsitz in German.
Other meanings
- mansionnoun
- official residencenoun
Related words
- residierenreside officiallyverb
- Residenzstadtcourt citynoun