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Coliseum vs. Colosseum

Coliseum

A large, usually open-air building used for sports events and entertainment.

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Colosseum

An ancient large public entertainment structure, famous example is in Rome

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Remember that Colosseum with an o is the official name for the famous amphitheater in Rome.
Coliseum with an i is a more general term used to describe any large theater or stadium.
The word Colosseum is derived from the Latin word for huge, which fits the grand scale of the building in Rome.
When you think of Colosseum, think of Rome and an o in both words.
If youre referring to a specific famous site in Italy, its Colosseum.

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