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How to Pronounce Olympiastadion
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Meaning and Context
The Olympiastadion Berlin is a monumental sports arena located in the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district of Berlin, Germany. Originally constructed for the 1936 Summer Olympics, which were famously dominated by the track and field achievements of Jesse Owens, the stadium has undergone significant renovations, most notably for the 2006 FIFA World Cup where it hosted the final match. As the official home stadium of the historic Bundesliga football club Hertha BSC Berlin, it is a central hub for German football culture and major sporting events. Beyond athletics, the Olympiastadion is also a premier concert venue and a protected architectural landmark, renowned for its distinctive bell tower, marathon gate, and the historical significance embedded in its very foundations. Its capacity of approximately 74,000 spectators makes it one of Germany's largest stadiums, regularly hosting DFB-Pokal finals and international matches.
Common Mistakes and Alternative Spellings
The primary spelling is "Olympiastadion," which is the standard German compound noun. A common alternative is to separate the compound into "Olympia Stadion," which is frequently seen in informal contexts or international media, though the unified form is technically correct. The most frequent typographical error involves the "y," with misspellings such as "Olimpiastadion" occurring. Non-German speakers may also mistakenly add an English plural, resulting in "Olympiastadions," whereas in German the plural is "Olympiastadien." Confusion with other Olympic stadiums, like Munich's Olympiastadion, sometimes leads to the necessary clarification "Olympiastadion Berlin." Additionally, the abbreviation "O-Stadion" is used colloquially in local Berlin parlance.
Example Sentences
Every Hertha BSC supporter knows the roar of the crowd at the Olympiastadion is unlike any other in the Bundesliga.
We purchased tickets well in advance to tour the historic Olympiastadion, including the track from the 1936 Games.
For the 2006 World Cup final, the eyes of the world were fixed on Berlin's Olympiastadion.
The acoustics during the concert at the Olympiastadion were phenomenal, echoing across the vast, open bowl.
Navigating to the Olympiastadion via public transport is straightforward, with the S-Bahn station Olympiastadion located just steps from the gates.
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