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How to Say "venue" in Spanish

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local

lo-CAL/loˈkal/

nounA1general
Use 'local' when referring to a physical space or premises rented for a business or a general event, like a shop or a meeting room.
A simple illustration of a brightly colored commercial shop building with a large window and a welcoming entrance.

Examples

Alquilamos un local muy grande para poner la panadería.

We rented a very large premises/space to set up the bakery.

El local donde se celebró la fiesta era precioso.

The venue where the party was held was beautiful.

Busco un local comercial en el centro de la ciudad.

I am looking for a commercial premises in the city center.

Always Masculine

When referring to a commercial space or venue, 'local' is always masculine: 'el local', 'los locales'.

salón

nounB1general
Choose 'salón' for a specific type of indoor event space, often a hall or large room within a building, commonly used for parties, conferences, or banquets.

Examples

La conferencia se celebró en el salón principal del hotel.

The conference was held in the main hall of the hotel.

sede

/SAY-day//ˈseðe/

nounB1formal
Use 'sede' when referring to the official location or headquarters where a major event, competition, or organization is based.
A large, open stadium with green grass and seating for many people, prepared for a big event.

Examples

¿Qué ciudad será la sede de los próximos Juegos Olímpicos?

Which city will be the venue for the next Olympic Games?

El estadio fue elegido como sede para la gran final.

The stadium was chosen as the venue for the grand final.

Using 'Sede' as a Verb

In Spanish, we don't 'venue' an event. We say a place 'is the venue' (es la sede) or 'acts as the venue' (actúa como sede).

Distinguishing 'local', 'salón', and 'sede'

Learners often confuse 'local' and 'salón' because both can refer to event spaces. Remember that 'local' is broader, often implying a commercial space, while 'salón' is typically a more defined hall or room within a larger structure. 'Sede' is distinct as it refers to the official host city or headquarters for an event.

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