der Schauplatz
Translation
scene, setting, venue, location
Examples
Die Polizei erreichte den Schauplatz des Verbrechens.
The police reached the scene of the crime.
Der Roman hat viele verschiedene Schauplätze.
The novel has many different settings.
Grammar Patterns
the Schauplatz ((of sth.)) the scene (of sth.) The scene of the crime was secured by police.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ort (place), Szene (scene), Handlungsort (setting)
Etymology
Compounded from 'schauen' (to look, watch) and 'Platz' (place). A place to be watched or where an event unfolds.
Memory Tips
Break it down to 'show-place'. It's the place where the action or 'show' happens, like a scene or setting.