Estadio (en. Stadium)

/esˈtaðjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Construction intended for the celebration of sporting competitions.
The local stadium hosts important sporting events every year.
El estadio local alberga importantes eventos deportivos cada año.
Construction where concerts and shows are held.
The stadium was filled by thousands of fans during the concert.
El estadio fue llenado por miles de fanáticos durante el concierto.
Level of development or advancement of a process.
The project is at an advanced stage and will soon be completed.
El proyecto está en un estadio avanzado y pronto se completará.

Etymology

From the Greek 'stadion', which refers to a measure of length and a place for sporting competitions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the stadium
Inside or in the area of a stadium.
en el estadio
go to the stadium
To attend a sporting event or concert at a stadium.
ir al estadio
fill the stadium
When the capacity of a stadium is fully occupied.
llenar el estadio

Related Words

athlete
A person who practices a sport.
deportista
match
Sports encounter between two teams.
partido
fans
A group of admirers or supporters of a team.
afición

Slang Meanings

The house of the idols
The stadium is the house of the idols of our favorite teams.
El estadio es la casa de los ídolos de nuestros equipos favoritos.
The cathedral of football
That stadium is considered the cathedral of football in the city.
Ese estadio es considerado la catedral del fútbol en la ciudad.