Ceremony: meaning, definitions and examples
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ceremony
[ ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni ]
official event
A ceremony is a formal event, often with a set of customs and traditions, that is performed on special occasions. It is a way to mark an important event or milestone in a person's life or in a community. Ceremonies can vary in scale from small and intimate gatherings to large and elaborate events.
Synonyms
celebration, function, observance, ritual
Examples of usage
- The graduation ceremony was held in the school auditorium.
- The wedding ceremony took place in a beautiful garden.
- At the opening ceremony, the mayor gave a speech.
- The award ceremony honored the achievements of local artists.
- The traditional ceremony included a dance performed by the elders.
Translations
Translations of the word "ceremony" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cerimônia
🇮🇳 समारोह
🇩🇪 Zeremonie
🇮🇩 upacara
🇺🇦 церемонія
🇵🇱 ceremonia
🇯🇵 儀式 (ぎしき)
🇫🇷 cérémonie
🇪🇸 ceremonia
🇹🇷 tören
🇰🇷 의식 (uisik)
🇸🇦 مراسم (marasim)
🇨🇿 ceremoniál
🇸🇰 ceremónia
🇨🇳 仪式 (yíshì)
🇸🇮 slovesnost
🇮🇸 athöfn
🇰🇿 салтанат
🇬🇪 ცერემონია (ceremonia)
🇦🇿 mərasim
🇲🇽 ceremonia
Etymology
The word 'ceremony' has its origins in the Latin word 'caerimonia', which referred to religious rites or rituals. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include a wider range of formal events and traditions. Ceremonies have been a part of human culture for centuries, serving as a way to mark important moments and bring communities together.