anfiteatro
/anfiteˈatɾo/masculine
The English word 'amphitheatre' is translated into Spanish as anfiteatro.
anfiteatro is a noun used to describe an open, outdoor theatre.
Meaning: an open, outdoor theatre (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
anfiteatro is a masculine noun, so it is used with the masculine definite article el to say 'the amphitheatre' (el anfiteatro). To form the plural 'amphitheatres', add -s to the end to get anfiteatros.
How do you pronounce it?
/anfiteˈatɾo/
Did you know?
- If you were to visit a Roman site in Spain, you might hear locals refer to the structure as el coliseo, even if it is not the actual Colosseum in Rome.
- While 'anfiteatro' refers to the architectural structure, a Spanish speaker might use the word arena to refer to the same space when discussing the specific area where combat or performance occurs.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the term anfiteatro is frequently used in modern architecture to describe circular, tiered seating areas in shopping malls or universities, not just ancient ruins.
Examples in context
- El anfiteatro romano en Roma es impresionante.The Roman amphitheatre in Rome is impressive.
- Los jóvenes actores ensayaron en el teatro al aire libre.The young actors rehearsed in the open-air theater.
- El Coliseo de Nimes es uno de los coliseos mejor conservados en Francia.The Coliseum of Nimes is one of the best-preserved amphitheatres in France.
- El anfiteatro romano es impresionante.The Roman amphitheatre is impressive.
- Visitamos el anfiteatro durante el viaje.We visited the amphitheatre during the trip.
- Hay un anfiteatro cerca de la ciudad.There is an amphitheatre near the city.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are walking through an ancient city.
- Daniel¿Ves aquel anfiteatro allí?Do you see that amphitheatre over there?
- MaríaSí, es muy grande, Daniel.Yes, it is very large, Daniel.
- DanielVamos a entrar para verlo mejor.Let's go inside to see it better.
- MaríaMe parece una excelente idea.That sounds like an excellent idea to me.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “amphitheatre” translations and entries anfiteatro, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
