CultureAugust 17, 2026

auditoria

aw-duh-TOR-ee-uh

Definition

The plural form of auditorium; large public spaces or halls used for lectures, performances, or communal gatherings.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'auditorium', meaning 'a place for hearing', which originates from the verb 'audire' (to hear). It entered English in the 17th century to describe public halls designed for listening to speakers or music.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe how modern flagship buildings in China are expected to provide more than just exhibition spaces or auditoria, acting instead as comprehensive cultural landmarks.

Huge, curvy and compelling: take a walk through Shenzhen Bay Culture Square

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