French word

arène

Pronunciation

IPA/aʁɛn/

Meaning

  • feminine nounarena

Example

Le concert a lieu dans l'arène ce soir.

The concert is taking place in the arena tonight.

Illustration for arène (arena)

More examples

Les gladiateurs sont entrés dans l'arène.

The gladiators entered the arena.

Core concept

A central space for contests or performances, with spectators gathered around it.

Common phrases

  • entrer dans l'arène

    enter the arena

  • concert dans l'arène

    concert in the arena

Similar words

stade: An outdoor stadium with broad seating for football matches and track events.
salle: An indoor hall or room used for concerts, lectures, and similar events.
ring: A square area where boxing or wrestling matches take place.

Definition in French

Espace aménagé pour des combats ou des spectacles, généralement entouré de places pour les spectateurs.

Word origin

French arène comes from Latin arena, meaning 'sand', after the sand-covered floor of ancient amphitheaters.

Usage tips

  • Arène is feminine, so standard forms include une arène and dans l'arène.

Other meanings

  • amphitheaternoun

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