Ceremonias (en. Ceremonies)
/θeɾeˈmonjas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of acts and formalities performed at a special event.
Graduation ceremonies are very emotional.
Las ceremonias de graduación son muy emotivas.
Solemn act carried out on an important occasion.
The wedding ceremony was spectacular.
La ceremonia de la boda fue espectacular.
Ritual that follows a specific order in cultural or religious contexts.
Worship ceremonies are an essential part of religion.
Las ceremonias de culto son parte esencial de la religión.
Etymology
From Latin 'ceremonia', meaning rite or formality.
Common Phrases and Expressions
awards ceremony
An event where awards are recognized and given to the winners.
ceremonia de entrega de premios
graduation ceremony
An event to celebrate the completion of academic studies.
ceremonia de graduación
religious ceremony
Ritual that takes place within a context of faith.
ceremonia religiosa
Related Words
rite
Set of rules and customs that regulate a ceremony.
rito
tradition
Customs and practices passed down from generation to generation.
tradición
event
Situation or event that takes place at a specific moment.
evento
Slang Meanings
Very formal event or party.
This party feels more like a ceremony than a celebration.
Esta fiesta se siente más como una ceremonia que como una celebración.
Boring and procedural meeting.
The meeting was such that it felt like an award ceremony for the worst.
La junta fue tal que parecía una ceremonia de premio a lo peor.