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

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.

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.