die Kapelle
Translation
chapel, band, orchestra
Examples
Die kleine Kapelle steht auf dem Berg.
The small chapel stands on the mountain.
Die Kapelle spielt am Sonntag im Park.
The band plays in the park on Sunday.
Grammar Patterns
die Kapelle (noun, fem.) chapel, band The band plays in the park on Sunday.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kirche (church), Orchester (orchestra), Band (band)
Etymology
From Latin 'cappella' (little cloak), originally referring to the sanctuary where St. Martin's cloak was kept.
Memory Tips
Imagine a small 'chapel' where a brass 'band' is practicing. The sound 'Kapelle' is similar to 'chapel'.