podium

1. A platform on which to stand, as when conducting an orchestra or preaching at a pulpit; any low platform or dais.

2. (proscribed, sometimes)A stand used to hold notes when speaking publicly.

   Pult, Rednerpult

   ка́федраkáfedra

3. A steepled platform upon which the three competitors with the best results may stand when being handed their medals or prize.

   Treppchen, Podest, Podium

   по́диумpódium

4. A result amongst the best three at a competition.

   Treppchen, Podest, Podium

5. A low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall.

   The dwarf wall surrounding the arena of an amphitheatre, from the top of which the seats began.

6. The masonry under the stylobate of a temple, sometimes a mere foundation, sometimes containing chambers.

7. The lower portion of a high-rise building, typically of several storeys tall and acts as a foundation to the tower(s) above it.

8. A foot or footstalk.

1. Tom stepped up to the podium.

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2. Tom walked back to the podium.

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3. When cleaning the classroom, a few students carry the podium.

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4. Tom walked to the podium.

   deTom ging zum Podium.

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5. Tom is at the podium.

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