Get ready for an exciting event at a big venue. Vocabulary in this post stadium noun /ˈsteɪ.di.əm/ A venue where sporting events are held. Examples: "The school team played their soccer game in the stadium. " arena noun /əˈɹiːnə/ The building housing such an area; specifically, a very large, often round building, often topped with a dome, designated for indoor sporting or other major events, such as concerts. Examples: "The arena is grey with white beams." event noun /əˈvɛnt/ A prearranged social activity (function, etc.) Examples: "I went to an event in San Francisco last week." spectators noun /ˈspekteɪtərz/ One who watches an event; especially, one held outdoors. Examples: "The cheering spectators watched the fireworks." venue noun /ˈvɛnjuː/ A theater, auditorium, arena, or other area designated for sporting or entertainment events. Examples: "The school's new gymnasium is the venue for the upcoming basketball tournament. " atmosphere noun /ˈæt.məsˌfɪə(ɹ)/ /ˈætməsˌfɪɹ/ The apparent mood felt in an environment. Examples: "The tense atmosphere in the classroom made it hard to concentrate. " cheer verb /t͡ʃɪə(ɹ)/ /t͡ʃɪɹ/ To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts. Examples: "The crowd cheered in support of the athletes." performance noun [pə.ˈfɔː.məns] [pɚ.ˈfɔɹ.məns] A live show or concert. Examples: "The school's annual talent show featured a fantastic performance by the drama club. " crowd noun /kɹaʊd/ A group of people congregated or collected into a close body without order. Examples: "After the movie let out, a crowd of people pushed through the exit doors." excitement noun /ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/ The state of being excited (emotionally aroused). Examples: "The children's excitement about the school trip was obvious in their chattering. "
