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palace
A very large, splendid, and representative building that serves as the official residence of a ruler or head of state.
Touristen können den Buckingham-Palast in London besichtigen.
Tourists can visit Buckingham Palace in London.
palace
A large, often magnificent public building for culture, entertainment, or administration.
Der neu eröffnete Justizpalast beherbergt mehrere Gerichte.
The newly opened Palace of Justice houses several courts.
palace
Used figuratively for an especially large and luxurious house or apartment.
Mit ihrer neuen Dachgeschosswohnung hat sie sich einen richtigen Palast geschaffen.
With her new attic apartment, she has created a real palace for herself.
In the meaning of a public building, 'Palast' (palace) is often the second part of a compound word. Examples are 'Justizpalast' (Palace of Justice), 'Kulturpalast' (Palace of Culture), or 'Glaspalast' (glass palace).
Der Prozess findet im neuen Justizpalast statt.
The trial is taking place in the new Palace of Justice.
When 'Palast' (palace) is used for a private house or apartment, it is a figurative exaggeration. It describes a very large, luxurious, and impressive home.
Sein neues Penthouse ist ein echter Palast über den Dächern der Stadt.
His new penthouse is a real palace above the rooftops of the city.
When referring to the residence of a ruler, 'Palast' (palace) is often described with adjectives such as 'königlich' (royal), 'historisch' (historic), or 'prunkvoll' (splendid).
Der königliche Palast ist für Besucher nur im Sommer geöffnet.
The royal palace is only open to visitors in summer.
castle / lock
Schloss and Palast both refer to large, representative buildings used by rulers. Schloss is used especially for historic or former residences of nobles and rulers. Palast emphasizes a very large, splendid official residence; for well-known buildings, the choice often follows their established name.
Der prunkvolle Palast dient dem König heute als offizielle Residenz.
The splendid palace serves as the king’s official residence today.
Das historische Schloss diente der königlichen Familie früher als Wohnsitz.
The historic castle formerly served as the royal family’s residence.
