Selebrasyon (en. Celebration)

se-le-bra-syon

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A gathering or activity held to celebrate a special occasion.
Their celebration for the child's birthday was full of joy.
Ang kanilang selebrasyon para sa kaarawan ng anak ay puno ng kasiyahan.
The performance of rituals or traditions as part of valuing an event.
The celebration of Christmas is rich in traditions.
Ang selebrasyon ng Pasko ay mayaman sa mga tradisyon.
An opportunity to warmly celebrate a successful outcome or event.
The celebration of their success was held in a big gathering.
Ang selebrasyon ng kanilang tagumpay ay ginanap sa isang malaking salo-salo.

Etymology

Spanish word 'celebración'

Common Phrases and Expressions

new year celebration
Gathering or celebration for the arrival of the new year.
selebrasyon ng bagong taon
wedding celebration
Gathering held to celebrate the marriage of a couple.
selebrasyon ng kasal

Related Words

gathering
A gathering or occasion that often takes place alongside a celebration.
salu-salo
sharing
A way of celebrating that includes food and joy.
pagsasalo

Slang Meanings

Party or celebration
Let's celebrate, let's go to Maria's house!
Mag-selebrasyon tayo, tara sa bahay ni Maria!
Gathering
There's a celebration in the barangay for the festival!
May selebrasyon sa barangay para sa pista!
Joyful occasion
The celebration of graduation is planned for tomorrow!
Naka-plano ang selebrasyon ng graduation bukas!