der Saal
Translation
hall, large room, auditorium
Examples
Das Konzert findet im großen Saal statt.
The concert takes place in the large hall.
Der Saal war bis auf den letzten Platz gefüllt.
The hall was filled to the last seat.
Grammar Patterns
in the hall ((in+dat)) The concert takes place in the large hall.
Similar Words
Raum (room), Halle (hall)
Etymology
From Old High German 'sal', meaning 'house' or 'hall'. It's a cognate of the English word 'salon'.
Memory Tips
Think of an English 'salon', but much larger, like a concert hall or ballroom. The sound 'Saal' feels spacious.