carnival
word
/ˈkɑɹnəvəɫ/
KAR-nuh-vuhl
/kˈɑːnɪvəl/
KAH-ni-vuhl
Definition
A carnival is a public celebration with music, dancing, costumes, rides, games, or parades. In some places, it also refers specifically to the festive period before Lent.
Usage & Nuances
Often suggests a lively, colorful, crowded event. 'Carnival' can mean a traditional cultural festival, especially in places like Brazil or the Caribbean, or a funfair with rides and games. Common phrases include 'Carnival parade' and 'carnival atmosphere'.
Spanish: carnavalPortuguese (BR): carnavalPortuguese (PT): carnavalChinese (Simplified): 狂欢节 - 嘉年华Chinese (Traditional): 狂歡節 - 嘉年華Hindi: कार्निवल - उत्सव मेलाArabic: كرنفال - مهرجان احتفاليBengali: কার্নিভাল - মেলাRussian: карнавалJapanese: カーニバル - お祭りVietnamese: lễ hội hóa trang - hội chợKorean: 카니발 - 축제Turkish: karnaval - panayırUrdu: کارنیول - میلہIndonesian: karnaval - pasar malam
Example Sentences
We went to the carnival on Saturday.
basic
The carnival had music, food, and games.
basic
She wore a bright costume for Carnival.
basic
The whole city comes alive during Carnival.
natural
I've never seen a carnival parade that big before.
natural
It wasn't an official holiday, but the streets felt like a carnival.
natural