der Burghof
Translation
castle courtyard, bailey
Examples
Im Burghof fanden Ritterspiele statt.
Knight games took place in the castle courtyard.
Der Burghof war von hohen Mauern umgeben.
The castle courtyard was surrounded by high walls.
Grammar Patterns
((der Burghof)) ((as subject)) as subject The castle courtyard is very large.
((in+3)) ((location)) in the courtyard In the castle courtyard stands an old well.
Similar Words
Synonyms: castle courtyard, bailey, Schlosshof
Etymology
A compound word from 'Burg' (castle) and 'Hof' (courtyard, yard). Literally 'castle yard'.
Memory Tips
Picture the central 'Hof' (courtyard) within the walls of a medieval 'Burg' (castle).