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UK/["/ˈsteɪdiəm/","/ˈsteɪdiə/"]/US/["/ˈsteɪdiəm/","/ˈsteɪdiə/"]/

Meaning of Stadium

In simple words: A large building where people watch sports events or concerts.

Stadium in a sentence

  • a **football/sports stadium**
  • plans to **build** a new **stadium**
  • an all-seater stadium
  • The Reds are building a new stadium.
  • Thousands packed into the stadium to watch the final.
  • the home stadium of the New York Giants
  • It is a domed stadium with artificial turf.
  • Thousands of football fans packed into the stadium to watch the game.

How to use Stadium

Use 'stadium' for formal contexts like sports and events. Avoid using it for smaller venues like arenas or theaters.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'stadium' like 'stand' — people stand and cheer for their teams.

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Collocations with Stadium

Synonyms for Stadium

Opposites of Stadium

Common mistakes with Stadium

  • Confused with 'arena', which is usually smaller.
  • Using 'stadium' for non-sporting events like exhibitions.
  • Incorrectly pluralizing as 'stadiums' instead of 'stadia' in academic contexts.

Compare Stadium with Arena, Venue, Field

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Frequently asked questions about Stadium

What does Stadium mean?

A large building where people watch sports events or concerts.

What is the definition of Stadium?

a large sports ground surrounded by rows of seats and usually other buildings

How do you use Stadium in a sentence?

a **football/sports stadium**

Can you give another example of Stadium?

plans to **build** a new **stadium**

What are synonyms for Stadium?

Common alternatives include arena, coliseum, amphitheater, venue, field.

What is the opposite of Stadium?

Opposite meanings include home, indoor venue, arena.

What words go with Stadium?

It commonly pairs with packed, all-seater, indoor, fill, pack, pack into, at a/​the stadium.

What are common mistakes when using Stadium?

Confused with 'arena', which is usually smaller. Using 'stadium' for non-sporting events like exhibitions. Incorrectly pluralizing as 'stadiums' instead of 'stadia' in academic contexts.

How do you pronounce Stadium?

US: /["/ˈsteɪdiəm/","/ˈsteɪdiə/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsteɪdiəm/","/ˈsteɪdiə/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Stadium?

Use 'stadium' for formal contexts like sports and events. Avoid using it for smaller venues like arenas or theaters.

What CEFR level is Stadium?

"Stadium" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.