Tavern: meaning, definitions and examples

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tavern

 

[ หˆtรฆvษ™rn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

a place for socializing

A tavern is a place where people gather to drink alcoholic beverages, socialize, and sometimes eat. Taverns are often cozy, welcoming establishments that provide a casual atmosphere for friends and strangers to come together.

Synonyms

bar, inn, pub.

Examples of usage

  • People often meet at the local tavern after work for a drink and conversation.
  • The tavern was bustling with laughter and music on Friday night.
Context #2 | Noun

historical context

In historical contexts, a tavern was an establishment that offered lodging, food, and drink to travelers. Taverns played a crucial role in providing hospitality and sustenance to weary travelers on long journeys.

Synonyms

alehouse, hostelry, public house.

Examples of usage

  • Pilgrims would seek shelter and refreshment at the taverns along their pilgrimage routes.
  • Taverns in medieval times served as important hubs for information exchange and community building.

Translations

Translations of the word "tavern" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น taberna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฆเคฟเคฐเคพเคฒเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Taverne

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kedai minum

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐะฒะตั€ะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ karczma

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฑ…้…’ๅฑ‹ (ใ„ใ–ใ‹ใ‚„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท taverne

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ taberna

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท meyhane

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ ์ˆ ์ง‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุงู†ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hospoda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krฤma

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้…’้ฆ† (jiว”guวŽn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ taverna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ taverna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะฒะตั€ะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒœแƒ (taverna)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ taverna

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ taberna

Etymology

The word 'tavern' originated from the Latin word 'taberna', which initially referred to a shed or hut. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent a place where people could gather for food, drink, and socializing. Taverns have a long history dating back to ancient civilizations, where they served as meeting places for travelers and locals alike.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,584, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.