shindig
word
Definition
A shindig is an informal word for a large, lively party or celebration, often with music and dancing.
Usage & Nuances
'Shindig' is informal and playful; most common in American English. It suggests a fun, energetic gathering. Rarely used for serious or formal events. Collocations: 'throw a shindig', 'attend a shindig'.
Spanish: fiesta - fiestónPortuguese (BR): festança - festãoPortuguese (PT): festaChinese (Simplified): 派对 - 狂欢Chinese (Traditional): 派對 - 狂歡Hindi: ज़बर्दस्त पार्टीArabic: حفلة صاخبةBengali: জমকালো পার্টি - উৎসবRussian: вечеринка - тусовкаJapanese: 賑やかなパーティーVietnamese: bữa tiệc náo nhiệtKorean: 신나는 파티 - 소란스러운 모임Turkish: eğlenceli partiUrdu: زبردست پارٹی - خوشی کی تقریبIndonesian: pesta meriah - perayaan seru
Example Sentences
Did you enjoy the shindig last night?
basic
We're having a shindig at my house this Friday.
basic
The school organized a big shindig for graduation.
basic
This little get-together turned into a massive shindig.
natural
They really went all out for their anniversary shindig.
natural
If you're up for a wild night, come to Jake's shindig!
natural