Rewedding: meaning, definitions and examples
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rewedding
[ riːˈwɛdɪŋ ]
ceremony, relationship, marriage
Re-wedding refers to the act of having a second or subsequent wedding ceremony, often held to celebrate a couple's enduring commitment to each other after a certain period of marriage. This can take place for various reasons, such as renewing vows, celebrating a milestone anniversary, or simply as a way to reaffirm love. The re-wedding ceremony can be similar in style to a traditional wedding, complete with guests, attire, and rituals. It symbolizes the couple's continuing commitment and love for one another.
Synonyms
anniversary celebration, vow renewal.
Examples of usage
- They organized a re-wedding to celebrate their tenth anniversary.
- The couple planned a beautiful re-wedding ceremony in their backyard.
- After years of marriage, they decided a re-wedding would be perfect for their relationship.
Translations
Translations of the word "rewedding" in other languages:
🇵🇹 recasamento
🇮🇳 पुनर्विवाह
🇩🇪 Wiederheiratung
🇮🇩 pernikahan ulang
🇺🇦 повторне весілля
🇵🇱 powtórne małżeństwo
🇯🇵 再婚
🇫🇷 remariage
🇪🇸 re-boda
🇹🇷 yeniden evlilik
🇰🇷 재혼
🇸🇦 إعادة الزواج
🇨🇿 znovu manželství
🇸🇰 znovu manželstvo
🇨🇳 再婚
🇸🇮 ponovno poročanje
🇮🇸 afturhjónaband
🇰🇿 қайта үйлену
🇬🇪 მეორე ქორწილი
🇦🇿 təkrar evlilik
🇲🇽 rehacer el matrimonio
Etymology
The term 'rewedding' is a compound word formed by the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'anew,' and the word 'wedding,' which derives from the Old English 'weddian,' meaning 'to pledge or promise.' The practice of renewing wedding vows has ancient roots and can be traced back to various cultures that emphasized reaffirming commitments at significant life stages. Over the years, the concept of a re-wedding has gained popularity, particularly in Western culture, as couples seek to celebrate their lasting unions in more meaningful and personalized ways. The modern trend of re-weddings often includes elaborate ceremonies or intimate gatherings, reflecting the couple's evolving relationship and shared experiences through the years. As societal values have shifted towards acknowledging the importance of love and commitment, the re-wedding has become a cherished tradition for many couples.