Fitnessstudio
/ˈfɪt.nəsˌʃtuː.di.o/neuter
The German word for gym is Fitnessstudio. Wiktionary also lists Gym and Turnhalle.
Meaning: sporting facility specialized for lifting weights and exercise (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fitnessstudio | /ˈfɪt.nəsˌʃtuː.di.o/ /-ˌʃtuː.djo/ |
neuter |
| Gym | /d͡ʒɪm/ /d͡ʒʏm/ |
neuter, slang |
| Turnhalle | feminine | |
| Gymnastikraum | masculine |
The terms used to translate "gym" depend on whether you are referring to a commercial fitness center, a school gymnasium or a specialized room for physical exercise.
Which one should you use?
Fitnessstudio is the standard term for a commercial fitness center where people pay for memberships. Turnhalle refers specifically to a school gymnasium or a hall used for gymnastics and physical education. Gym is an anglicism used primarily by younger people or within fitness-specific subcultures to refer to a commercial gym.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Gym is considered slang or informal.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because Turnhalle is feminine, you use the dative article der to say you are "in the gym" (in der Turnhalle).
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈfɪt.nəsˌʃtuː.di.o/
Did you know?
- The word turnen in Turnhalle originally referred to a specific system of gymnastics developed by Friedrich Ludwig Jahn in the 19th century to promote German nationalism.
- The word Fitnessstudio is a double loanword, as both components were adopted from English into the German language.
- In Germany, Turnen is not just a word for gymnastics but represents a massive cultural tradition of community sports clubs known as Turnvereine.
Examples in context
- Tom ging zur Turnhalle.Tom went to the gym.This sentence uses Turnhalle to describe Tom going to a school-style gym.Tatoeba #10072036 by wolfgangth, translation #3434097 by CK
- Ich war im Fitnessstudio.I was in the gym.This sentence uses Fitnessstudio to state someone was at a commercial gym.Tatoeba #11995240 by alabama, translation #2549374 by CK
- Sind sie in der Turnhalle?Are they in the gym?This sentence uses Turnhalle to ask if people are in a school gymnasium.Tatoeba #12387477 by mayabe, translation #307084 by CK
- Ich gehe jeden Tag ins Fitnessstudio, um mich fit zu halten.I go to the gym every day to stay fit.
- Ich treffe mich nach der Arbeit mit meinen Freunden im Gym.I meet my friends at the gym after work.
- Wir gehen ins Fitnesscenter, um ein bisschen Sport zu machen.We're going to the fitness center to do some sports.
- Ich möchte mich im Fitnessstudio anmelden.I want to sign up at the gym.
- Gehen wir ins Gym, um ein paar Übungen zu machen?Shall we go to the gym to do some exercises?
- Mein Fitnesscenter bietet verschiedene Kurse an.My fitness center offers various classes.
- Im Fitnessraum kann man an Geräten trainieren.You can train on machines in the fitness room.
- 46 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Julia and Maximilian are planning their workout.
- JuliaGehst du heute ins Fitnessstudio?Are you going to the gym today?
- MaximilianJa, ich trainiere dort um fünf.Yes, I am training there at five.
- JuliaSoll ich mit dir kommen?Should I come with you?
- MaximilianGerne, Julia, das ist eine gute Idee.Gladly, Julia, that is a good idea.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “gym” translations and entries Fitnessstudio, Gym, Turnhalle, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Fitnessstudio, Gym, Turnhalle, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
