Pagdiriwang (en. Celebration)
/paɡdiˈrɪwaŋ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A special event conducted to celebrate an important occurrence.
The birthday celebration is always filled with joy.
Ang pagdiriwang ng kaarawan ay laging puno ng kasiyahan.
A ritual or program conducted to commemorate an important event.
The Christmas celebration has traditions and customs that are observed.
Ang pagdiriwang ng Pasko ay may mga tradisyon at kaugalian na sinusunod.
A gathering aimed at expressing gratitude or recognition.
There is a celebration in the village every feast day of their patron.
May pagdiriwang sa barangay tuwing pista ng kanilang patron.
Etymology
The term 'pagdiriwang' comes from the root word 'diriwang' which signifies a celebration or commemoration of an important occasion.
Common Phrases and Expressions
New Year celebration
The celebration conducted at the start of the year.
pagdiriwang ng bagong taon
wedding celebration
Ceremony or gathering to celebrate a marriage.
pagdiriwang ng kasal
Related Words
occasion
A specific event or happening that serves as the basis for a celebration.
okasyon
town
A local community that often carries out celebrations.
bayan
Slang Meanings
fun celebration
Let's all gather for the celebration of Ben's birthday!
Sama-sama tayo sa pagdiriwang ng birthday ni Ben!
party-party
The graduation celebration was great! Always a party-party!
Ang ganda ng pagdiriwang ng graduation! Laging party-party!
hangout
With the gang for the celebration of the new year, we’re just chilling.
Kasama ang barkada sa pagdiriwang ng bagong taon, chill lang tayo.