stadium

word

/ˈsteɪdiəm/
STAY-dee-uhm
/stˈeɪdiəm/
STAY-dee-uhm

Definition

A stadium is a very large place where people watch sports, concerts, or other big events. It usually has a field or stage in the middle and many seats around it.

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly used for large sports venues: 'football stadium', 'Olympic stadium'. For smaller places, English often uses 'arena' or 'field'. It can also be used for concerts when the event is held in a sports venue.

Example Sentences

The stadium is full of fans.

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We walked to the stadium after dinner.

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The concert is at the new stadium.

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Getting out of the stadium took almost an hour after the game.

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They built a huge stadium on the edge of the city.

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I've never heard a stadium crowd that loud before.

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