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    Carnaval (en. Carnival)

    /kaʁ.na.val/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Celebration of the carnival, often preceding Lent.
    The Rio carnival is famous for its colorful parades.
    Le carnaval de Rio est célèbre pour ses défilés colorés.
    Designation of the period during which this festival takes place.
    The carnival usually begins in January and ends before Lent.
    Le carnaval commence généralement en janvier et se termine avant le Carême.
    Festive event where people dress up and engage in playful activities.
    Children love to dress up for the carnival.
    Les enfants adorent se déguiser pour le carnaval.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'carnivalis', which means 'to remove meat', in reference to the abstinence from meat during Lent.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Nice Carnival
    Major event in France with floats and flower battles.
    carnaval de Nice
    carnival parade
    Parade featuring costumes and musical groups.
    défilé de carnaval
    king of the carnival
    Symbolic character that represents the carnival.
    roi du carnaval

    Related Words

    mask
    Accessory often worn during carnival festivities.
    masque
    disguise
    Action of wearing a special costume for the carnival.
    déguise
    fairground
    Event with rides and games, often associated with the carnival.
    fête foraine

    Slang Meanings

    Festive and joyful atmosphere
    We spent a carnival weekend, it was great!
    On a passé un week-end carnaval, c'était top !
    Extravagant costume
    She put on a carnival of colors and glitter.
    Elle a mis un carnaval de couleurs et de paillettes.