venue
8 synonyms for venue, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A place where an event, especially a sporting or entertainment event, is held.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use venue
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
change of venue
book a venue
wedding venue
concert venue
Etymology
From Old French venue, "a coming," the feminine form of the verb venir ("to come").
Full origin of venue →Frequently asked questions
What does “venue” mean?
The word “venue” means a place where an event, especially a sporting or entertainment event, is held. In plain terms, the place where something is happening or will happen — a stadium, a hall, or a courtroom.
How do you pronounce “venue”?
“Venue” is pronounced VEHN-yoo (/ˈvɛnjuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “venue” in a sentence?
Here is “venue” used in a sentence: “The band announced a new venue for their sold-out show.”
What part of speech is “venue”?
“Venue” is a noun.
Where does the word “venue” come from?
The word “venue” comes from Old French. From Old French venue, "a coming," the feminine form of the verb venir ("to come").
Is “venue” a common word?
“Venue” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “venue” have?
“Venue” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a place where an event, especially a sporting or entertainment event, is held.
What is the difference between a venue and a location?
A venue is a place specifically used to host an event, such as a concert or match. A location is any place or position in a more general sense, without the built-in idea of hosting an event.
What are common phrases that use venue?
Everyday collocations include wedding venue, concert venue, venue hire, and change of venue. Most refer to a place chosen to hold a specific event.
