Ceremony: meaning, definitions and examples

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ceremony

 

[ ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni ]

Context #1 | Noun

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

Word origin

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.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,663, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.