das Theater
Translation
theater, drama, play
Examples
Wir gehen heute Abend ins Theater.
We are going to the theater tonight.
Sie studiert Theater an der Universität.
She studies drama at the university.
Mach doch nicht so ein Theater!
Don't make such a scene!
Grammar Patterns
to go to the theater ins Theater gehen We are going to the theater tonight.
to make a scene ein Theater machen Please don't make a scene!
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Bühne (stage), das Schauspielhaus (playhouse)
Etymology
From the Greek 'théatron,' meaning 'a place for viewing.' It's an international word found in many languages.
Memory Tips
The word 'Theater' is almost identical to the English 'theater.' Focus on the German pronunciation and the neuter article 'das'.