der Ort
Translation
place, location, town, spot
Examples
Das ist ein schöner Ort.
That is a beautiful place.
An diesem Ort ist es ruhig.
It is quiet at this place.
Ich wohne in einem kleinen Ort.
I live in a small town.
Grammar Patterns
((an einem Ort+3)) at a place (location) It is nice at this place.
((an einen Ort+4)) to a place (motion) We are going to another place.
((in einem Ort+3)) in a town/village I live in a small town.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Platz, Stelle
Etymology
From Germanic root meaning 'point' (of a spear), evolving to 'spot' or 'place'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'orientation' - finding your place (Ort).