das Gotteshaus
Translation
house of God, place of worship, church, temple
Examples
Das alte Gotteshaus steht unter Denkmalschutz.
The old house of God is a listed building.
Gläubige versammeln sich im Gotteshaus.
Worshippers gather in the house of God.
Grammar Patterns
to pray ((in sth.)) to pray in the Gotteshaus
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kirche, Gebetshaus (prayer house), Sakralbau (sacred building)
Etymology
Composed of 'Gottes' (of God) and 'Haus' (house). It literally means 'God's house'.
Memory Tips
A very direct compound word. Think of it as the 'house' (Haus) of 'God' (Gott). It's a general term for a place of worship.