das Rathaus
Translation
city hall, town hall
Examples
Das Rathaus ist im Zentrum der Stadt.
The city hall is in the centre of the town.
Wir müssen zum Rathaus gehen.
We have to go to the city hall.
Grammar Patterns
das Rathaus the city hall The city hall is located next to the church.
zum Rathaus gehen to go to the city hall I need to apply for a new passport at the city hall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stadthaus, Gemeindeamt (in Austria)
Etymology
A compound word: 'Rat' (council) + 'Haus' (house). Literally 'council house'.
Memory Tips
It's the 'Haus' (house) where the 'Rat' (city council) meets. A very logical compound word.