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How to Say "gymnasium" in Spanish

The Spanish word forgymnasiumis gimnasioB1 level.

English → SpanishB1
nounB1formal
large hall for sports/events
A large indoor sports hall featuring a polished wooden floor basketball court with boundary lines and a basketball hoop.

Examples

El antiguo gimnasio de la universidad se convirtió en un salón de eventos.

The university's old gymnasium (sports hall) was converted into an event hall.

En ese país, un 'Gymnasium' es una escuela que prepara a los estudiantes para la universidad.

In that country, a 'Gymnasium' is a school that prepares students for university.

Context Clues

If you are reading something formal or historical, 'gimnasio' might refer to a large sports hall or even a type of school, not just the modern fitness center.

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