das Schauspielhaus
Translation
playhouse, theater
Examples
Der Eingang des Schauspielhauses ist sehr alt.
The entrance of the playhouse is very old.
Grammar Patterns
((genitive)) of the playhouse The entrance of the playhouse is beautiful.
((in+dat)) in the playhouse We are meeting in the playhouse.
((nominative)) the playhouse The playhouse was built in 1900.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Theater, Bühne (stage); Antonyms: Kino (cinema)
Etymology
Composed of 'Schau' (show), 'Spiel' (play), and 'Haus' (house), literally meaning 'show-play-house'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'house' for 'showing plays'. The components directly translate to its meaning.