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Valhalla

val-HA-luh

Valhalla (noun) means In Norse mythology, the great hall where warriors who died bravely in battle are said to feast for eternity. Example: “Vikings believed fallen heroes would be welcomed into Valhalla.”

noun
1
In Norse mythology, the great hall where warriors who died bravely in battle are said to feast for eternity.
"Vikings believed fallen heroes would be welcomed into Valhalla."
2
Loosely, any imagined paradise or ultimate reward for the deserving.
"For the band, headlining that festival felt like reaching musical Valhalla."

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In plain EnglishThe Norse warrior's heaven — and, by extension, any glorious final reward.

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Etymology

From Old Norse Valhǫll, combining valr ("the slain") and hǫll ("hall").

Origin: Old Norse

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Valhalla” mean?

The word “Valhalla” means in Norse mythology, the great hall where warriors who died bravely in battle are said to feast for eternity. In plain terms, the Norse warrior's heaven — and, by extension, any glorious final reward.

How do you pronounce “Valhalla”?

“Valhalla” is pronounced val-HA-luh (/vælˈhælə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Valhalla” in a sentence?

Here is “Valhalla” used in a sentence: “Vikings believed fallen heroes would be welcomed into Valhalla.”

What part of speech is “Valhalla”?

“Valhalla” is a noun.

Where does the word “Valhalla” come from?

The word “Valhalla” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse Valhǫll, combining valr ("the slain") and hǫll ("hall").

How many meanings does “Valhalla” have?

“Valhalla” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Norse mythology, the great hall where warriors who died bravely in battle are said to feast for eternity.

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