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Definition of aarhus
aarhus
/ˈɑːr.huːs/
Aar · hus
aarhus Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
The second-largest city in Denmark, located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, renowned for its major port, prominent university, and historical roots dating back to the Viking Age.
Example
"During our tour of Denmark, we spent three days exploring the art museums and historic cobblestone streets of Aarhus."
Word Nuance & Usage
The city's name was officially spelled 'Århus' from 1948 until 2011, when the local administration reverted to the traditional 'Aarhus' to better accommodate international spelling and digital communication.
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Old Danish 'Aros', meaning 'mouth of the river' (from 'á' meaning river and 'ós' meaning mouth), referring to its location where the Aarhus River meets the sea.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aarhus. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aarhus