aulas

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noun

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/ˈɔː.ləs/

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/ˈɔː.ləs/

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/ˈɔː.ləs/

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/ˈɔː.ləs/

Word Forms

Plural

aulas

Description

Aulas is the plural of 'aula', a borrowed Spanish/Latin term used in English to mean 'classrooms'—especially when referring to formal, institutional, or internationally recognized learning environments. Think of it as the academic equivalent of 'salon' or 'hall': not just any room, but a purpose-built space for teaching and intellectual exchange.

Examples

The new campus features ten state-of-the-art aulas equipped with smartboards and wireless presentation systems.

Students moved between aulas for their interdisciplinary seminars throughout the day.

Our Erasmus+ partnership includes joint lesson planning across partner schools' aulas.

Unlike traditional classrooms, these aulas are designed as flexible, collaborative learning hubs.

The architect emphasized natural light and acoustic comfort in every aula.

Root

aula

Comes from Latin 'aula', meaning 'hall', 'court', or 'assembly room'; later adopted into Spanish as 'aula' (classroom). The Latin root traces to Greek 'aulē' (αὐλή), meaning 'courtyard', 'enclosed space', or 'residence of a ruler'. It conveys the idea of a designated, enclosed space for gathering, learning, or official activity. Examples include aula (Spanish/Portuguese), aulic (relating to a royal court), and the English borrowing 'aula' itself in academic contexts.