Spanish word

pabellón

Pronunciation

IPA/paβeˈʝon/

Meaning

  • masculine noungym

Example

Jugamos en el pabellón del colegio.

We played in the school gym.

Illustration for pabellón (gym)

More examples

El partido será en el pabellón municipal esta tarde.

The match will be at the municipal gym this afternoon.

Core concept

Indoor sports hall with a court and spectator stands.

Common phrases

  • pabellón municipal

    municipal gym

  • pabellón escolar

    school gym

  • pabellón polideportivo

    sports center

Similar words

gimnasio: Indoor space for exercise and strength training with machines and free weights.
polideportivo: Multi-sport complex containing various courts and training facilities.
cancha: Marked flat playing surface used for ball sports.
estadio: Large, mainly outdoor arena with tiered seating for many spectators.

Definition in Spanish

Instalación cubierta destinada a actividades deportivas y competiciones, frecuentemente en colegios o instalaciones municipales.

Word origin

From Latin papilio 'tent' via Old French pavillon, the word develops the sense of a roofed pavilion or building and becomes Spanish pabellón.

Usage tips

  • English 'pavilion' often implies a lightweight or outdoor structure, while Spanish pabellón usually means an indoor gymnasium or sports hall with courts and seating.

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