Convite (en. Invitation)

/konˈbite/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A formal invitation to an event or celebration.
She sent an invitation for her wedding.
Ella envió un convite para su boda.
The act of calling people to a meeting.
The invitation took place in an event hall.
El convite se realizó en un salón de eventos.
An event or celebration to which several attendees are invited.
The invitation was very crowded, with many guests.
El convite fue muy concurrido, con muchos invitados.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'convītum', which means 'shared meal'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make an invitation
To organize a celebration or event to which people are invited.
hacer un convite
wedding invitation
An invitation sent to attend a marriage ceremony.
convite de boda
to accept an invitation
To accept an invitation to participate in an event.
aceptar un convite

Related Words

invitation
Document requesting someone's presence at an event.
invitación
celebration
Celebration or party in honor of something or someone.
festejo
meeting
A gathering of people to address a specific issue.
reunión

Slang Meanings

An important social event.
That party is a big invitation, you can’t miss it!
Esa fiesta es un grande convite, ¡no te la puedes perder!
A celebration that promises fun.
The anniversary invitation will be very fun.
El convite de aniversario será muy divertido.