What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
estadio
Example
The World Cup final will be held at the Estadio Maracana in Rio de Janeiro. [estadio: noun]
Example
The concert was held at the Estadio Nacional, which can hold up to 50,000 people. [estadio: noun]
arena
Example
The basketball game was held at the arena downtown. [arena: noun]
Example
The bullfighting arena was packed with spectators eager to watch the event. [arena: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Arena is more commonly used than estadio in everyday language, especially in North America. However, estadio is more commonly used in Latin American and European countries where soccer and football are popular sports.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between estadio and arena?
Both estadio and arena are relatively formal words, but arena may be slightly more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
