invitations
word · lemma: invitation
/ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃənz/
in-vi-TAY-shuhnz
/ɪnvɪtˈeɪʃənz/
in-vi-TAY-shuhnz
Definition
Written or spoken requests asking someone to join an event, meeting, or activity. 'Invitations' is the plural form of 'invitation.'
Usage & Nuances
'Invitations' usually refers to formal or semi-formal requests, often for events like parties or weddings. You 'send' or 'receive invitations.' Not used for casual hangouts—use 'invite' as a verb there.
Spanish: invitacionesPortuguese (BR): convitesPortuguese (PT): convitesChinese (Simplified): 邀请Chinese (Traditional): 邀請Hindi: निमंत्रणArabic: دعواتBengali: আমন্ত্রণপত্রRussian: приглашенияJapanese: 招待状Vietnamese: thiệp mờiKorean: 초대장Turkish: davetiyeUrdu: دعوت نامےIndonesian: undangan
Example Sentences
We sent invitations to all our friends.
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She received three invitations for the wedding.
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Please send your invitations by Friday.
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All the invitations had gold lettering and looked beautiful.
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I have so many invitations this month, I can't go to every event!
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We designed fun invitations for the kids' birthday party together.
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