Meaning & Definition of Honeymoon in English
Honeymoon
A vacation taken by newlyweds.
Pronunciation:
/ˈhoʊnimuːn/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
honeymoonsDetailed Definitions
Definition: A period of time for newly married couples to enjoy each other during their first days together after marriage.
Example Sentence: They went to the Maldives for their honeymoon.
Definition: A time of romantic bliss or happiness.
Example Sentence: The couple was still in their honeymoon phase, enjoying every moment together.
Etymology
Origin: The word 'honeymoon' is believed to have originated from the old English term 'hony moone', referencing the moon's cycles and the sweetness of a new marriage.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- honeymoon phase: The period in a relationship when everything seems perfect and exciting.
- honeymoon suite: A luxurious room or suite where newlyweds stay during their honeymoon.
- go on a honeymoon: To take a vacation after getting married.
Translations
- Spanish: luna de miel
- French: lune de miel
- German: Honeymoon
- Russian: медовый месяц
Related Words
- newlywed: A person who has recently gotten married.
- marriage: The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
Slang Meanings of honeymoon
Meaning: The period of extreme romantic excitement after marriage.
Example Sentence: They're still in the honeymoon, everything feels so magical to them.
Meaning: A trip that is more focused on fun and pleasure than romance.
Example Sentence: They called their beach trip a honeymoon, but it was really just a party.