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hall

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /hɔːl/

KK: /hɔl/

noun
Definition

A large room or building used for gatherings, events, or as a passageway in a structure.


Example

The concert will be held in the main hall of the university.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the new hall they built on campus?
Sloth B
Yeah, I walked by it the other day; it looks really nice!
Sloth A
I heard they’re holding events there this weekend.
Sloth B
That sounds fun! We should check it out together.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
auditorium
lobby
corridor
Antonyms
exit
obstruction
closure
Root Explanation

The word 'hall' originates from Old English 'heall', meaning a large room or building. It refers to a space that is typically used for gatherings or as a main area in a house.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'large room' where people gather — that's what a hall is.

Visually Confused Words
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thrall
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