der Schulhof
Translation
schoolyard, playground
Examples
Die Kinder spielen auf dem Schulhof.
The children are playing in the schoolyard.
Der Schulhof ist nach der Schule leer.
The schoolyard is empty after school.
Grammar Patterns
((the schoolyard)) the schoolyard The children are playing in the schoolyard.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Pausenhof
Etymology
Composed of 'Schule' (school) and 'Hof' (yard, courtyard). It literally means 'school yard'.
Memory Tips
Think of the outdoor 'yard' (Hof) belonging to the 'school' (Schule).