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    Fête (en. Party)

    /fɛt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An occasion for celebration or festivity, often marked by gatherings, meals, and entertainment.
    We organized a big party for his birthday.
    Nous avons organisé une grande fête pour son anniversaire.
    Celebration of a religious or cultural event.
    The national holiday is celebrated every year in July.
    La fête nationale est célébrée tous les ans en juillet.
    Social event where people gather to have fun.
    They invited all their friends to the New Year's party.
    Ils ont invité tous leurs amis à la fête du nouvel an.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'festivus', relating to festivities and celebrations.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to celebrate something
    To celebrate a particular event.
    fêter quelque chose
    to create an atmosphere at the party
    To create a festive atmosphere.
    mettre l'ambiance à la fête
    to party
    To gather to have fun and celebrate.
    faire la fête
    a surprise party
    A celebration organized secretly to surprise someone.
    une fête surprise

    Related Words

    fair
    A fair where rides and attractions are held.
    fête foraine
    end-of-year party
    Celebration marking the end of the school or professional year.
    fête de fin d'année
    popular celebration
    A celebration in which the community participates and often includes music and dance.
    fête populaire

    Slang Meanings

    A very lively and festive evening.
    Last night was a real party, everyone danced until morning.
    Hier soir, c'était une véritable fête, tout le monde dansait jusqu'au matin.
    A small celebration.
    The evening was a party!
    La soirée était une fête !