easter
word
/ˈiːstɝ/
EE-stur
/ˈiːstə/
EE-stuh
Definition
A Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is also often associated with spring traditions such as eggs, chocolate, and family meals.
Usage & Nuances
Usually written with a capital letter: 'Easter'. Common phrases include 'Easter Sunday', 'Easter egg', and 'Easter break'. In everyday use, it can refer both to the religious holiday and to the broader holiday season.
Spanish: PascuaPortuguese (BR): PáscoaPortuguese (PT): PáscoaChinese (Simplified): 复活节Chinese (Traditional): 復活節Hindi: ईस्टरArabic: عيد الفصحBengali: ইস্টারRussian: ПасхаJapanese: イースターVietnamese: Lễ Phục SinhKorean: 부활절Turkish: PaskalyaUrdu: عیدِ قیامتIndonesian: Paskah
Example Sentences
Are you going anywhere for Easter, or just staying home?
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We visit my grandparents at Easter every year.
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The children got chocolate eggs for Easter.
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Easter is in March or April.
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The city gets really busy over Easter weekend.
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We're having the whole family over for Easter lunch.
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