Amphitheater

amphitheatre

noun am-fee-teh-AH-ter Rare

Origin: from Greek 'amphitheatron'

Usage Note

Amphitheater refers to a semi-circular or elliptical open-air venue, originally Roman. Germany has several Roman Amphitheater ruins, notably in Trier and Xanten, and many modern outdoor stages carry the name. Plural Amphitheater.

Examples

"Das römische Amphitheater in Trier ist ein beeindruckendes Zeugnis der Antike."

Natural Translation

The Roman amphitheatre in Trier is an impressive testament to antiquity.

Literal Translation

The Roman amphitheatre in Trier is an impressive testimony of antiquity.

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