German word

Sporthalle

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃpɔɐ̯tˌhalə/

Meaning

  • feminine nounsports hall

Example

Wir gehen heute in die Sporthalle.

We are going to the sports hall today.

Illustration for Sporthalle (sports hall)

More examples

Die Sporthalle ist am Wochenende für ein Turnier reserviert.

The sports hall is reserved for a tournament at the weekend.

Core concept

A broad indoor floor marked for games, exercise, school activities, or temporary events.

Common phrases

  • geschlossene Sporthalle

    closed sports hall

  • zur Sporthalle fahren

    drive to the sports hall

  • ein Spiel in der Sporthalle

    a game in the sports hall

Similar words

Turnhalle: An indoor gym used for school physical education and extracurricular sports.
Halle: A large indoor space or building for sports and organized events.
Sportzentrum: A sports complex offering facilities for several sports and training activities.
Fitnessstudio: A members-only gym for personal workouts and strength training.

Definition in German

Eine meist überdachte Sportstätte für Training, Schulsport oder öffentliche Veranstaltungen im Innenraum.

Word origin

Sporthalle combines Sport ('sport') with Halle ('large hall'), a German compound whose parts directly describe the building.

Usage tips

  • German Gymnasium usually means an academic secondary school, whereas Sporthalle is the relevant word for a sports hall or gymnasium building.

Other meanings

  • gymnasiumnoun

Opposites

  • Freiluftstadionoutdoor stadiumnoun

Related words

  • Hallensportindoor sportnoun
  • Hallenbadindoor swimming poolnoun

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