das Rathaus
Translation
town hall, city hall
Examples
Das Rathaus steht im Stadtzentrum.
The town hall is in the city centre.
Die Tür des Rathauses ist sehr alt.
The door of the town hall is very old.
Grammar Patterns
((das Rathaus)) (nominative) the town hall is... Das Rathaus ist alt.
((des Rathauses)) (genitive) of the town hall... The history of the town hall is interesting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stadthaus, Gemeindehaus
Etymology
Composed of 'Rat' (council, advice) and 'Haus' (house), literally meaning 'council house'.
Memory Tips
Think of the city 'council' (Rat) meeting in a big 'house' (Haus).