matrimony
word
/ˈmætɹəˌmoʊni/
MA-truh-moh-nee
/mˈætɹɪməni/
MA-tri-muh-nee
Definition
Matrimony is the formal, legal, or religious union of two people as partners in marriage.
Usage & Nuances
'Matrimony' is formal and often used in religious or legal contexts, such as 'holy matrimony.' In everyday speech, 'marriage' is more common. Rarely used in casual conversation.
Spanish: matrimonioPortuguese (BR): matrimônioPortuguese (PT): matrimónioChinese (Simplified): 婚姻Chinese (Traditional): 婚姻Hindi: विवाहArabic: زواجBengali: বিবাহ - বৈবাহিক বন্ধনRussian: брак - супружество (формально)Japanese: 結婚（けっこん）- 婚姻（こんいん）Vietnamese: hôn nhân - lễ cưới (trang trọng)Korean: 결혼 - 혼인(법적/종교적)Turkish: evlilik - nikah (resmî/dini)Urdu: ازدواج - نکاح (رسمی/مذہبی)Indonesian: pernikahan - perkawinan (resmi/agama)
Example Sentences
They entered into matrimony last spring.
basic
Matrimony is recognized by the law in most countries.
basic
They celebrated their matrimony with a big party.
basic
The couple chose to enter into holy matrimony in a traditional church ceremony.
natural
After ten years of matrimony, they still act like newlyweds.
natural
Some people view matrimony as a lifelong commitment, while others see it differently.
natural