Remarrying: meaning, definitions and examples

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remarrying

 

[ rɪˈmɛriɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

marital status

Remarrying refers to the action of marrying someone again after having previously been married and divorced or widowed. This term emphasizes the change in marital status that occurs when an individual enters into a new marriage. Remarriage can involve various emotional and social dynamics, especially when children are involved from a previous relationship. The motivations for remarriage can vary, including the desire for companionship, financial stability, or forming a new family unit.

Synonyms

new marriage, re-wed, reunion, second marriage

Examples of usage

  • She is thinking about remarrying after her divorce.
  • Remarrying can bring new challenges and joys.
  • Many people hesitate to consider remarrying after a long marriage.
  • He found happiness in remarrying after years of being single.

Translations

Translations of the word "remarrying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 casar-se novamente

🇮🇳 फिर से शादी करना

🇩🇪 wieder heiraten

🇮🇩 menikah lagi

🇺🇦 одружитися знову

🇵🇱 ponownie się ożenić

🇯🇵 再婚する

🇫🇷 se remarier

🇪🇸 volver a casarse

🇹🇷 yeniden evlenmek

🇰🇷 재혼하다

🇸🇦 الزواج مرة أخرى

🇨🇿 znovu se oženit

🇸🇰 znovu sa oženiť

🇨🇳 再婚

🇸🇮 ponovno poročiti

🇮🇸 giftast aftur

🇰🇿 қайта үйлену

🇬🇪 მეორედ დაქორწინება

🇦🇿 təkrar evlənmək

🇲🇽 volver a casarse

Word origin

The term 'remarrying' is a compound of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'marry', which has its roots in the Old French word 'marier', derived from Latin 'maritare' which means 'to wed'. The concept of remarriage has been recognized in legal and social frameworks throughout history, as societies have evolved their understanding of marriage, divorce, and personal relationships. In many cultures, remarriage is seen as a natural step following the end of a previous marriage, although attitudes towards it can vary significantly based on cultural, religious, and individual values. Over time, the notion of remarriage has also expanded to encompass the blending of families, especially when children are involved. As social norms shift, remarriage can signify personal growth and the pursuit of a second chance at love.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,328, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.