valhalla Meaning & Definition
val-ˈha-lə
What Does Valhalla Mean?
Valhalla is used as a noun meaning the great hall in Norse mythology where heroes slain in battle are received. It can also mean a place of honor, glory, or happiness.
Valhalla in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /val-ˈha-lə/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| First known use | 1768 |
Valhalla Definition (Noun)
- the great hall in Norse mythology where heroes slain in battle are received
- a place of honor, glory, or happiness : heaven
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Synonyms of Valhalla
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Valhalla synonyms and antonyms →Valhalla in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
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Origin of Valhalla
borrowed from German and Old Norse; German Walhalla, borrowed from Old Norse Valhǫll, literally, "hall of the slain," from valr "the slain" (akin to Old English wæl "slaughter, the slain" and probably to Latin vulnus "wound") + hǫll "hall"; akin to Old English heall "hall" vulnerable, hall
First Known Use
1768
How to Pronounce Valhalla
You say valhalla as /val-ˈha-lə/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (ha).