wedding
word
/ˈwɛdɪŋ/
WE-ding
/wˈɛdɪŋ/
WE-ding
Definition
A wedding is a ceremony where two people get married, often followed by a celebration with family and friends.
Usage & Nuances
'Wedding' refers specifically to the event or ceremony, not to the marriage itself ('marriage' means the relationship). Common phrases: 'wedding dress', 'wedding invitation', 'at the wedding'. Used in both formal and informal contexts.
Spanish: bodaPortuguese (BR): casamentoPortuguese (PT): casamentoChinese (Simplified): 婚礼Chinese (Traditional): 婚禮Hindi: शादीArabic: زفافBengali: বিয়েRussian: свадьбаJapanese: 結婚式Vietnamese: đám cướiKorean: 결혼식Turkish: düğünUrdu: شادیIndonesian: pernikahan
Example Sentences
We are going to a wedding this Saturday.
basic
Her wedding was beautiful and full of flowers.
basic
Did you get a wedding invitation?
basic
They decided to have a small wedding on the beach.
natural
My cousin's wedding was the best party I've ever been to.
natural
After the wedding, everyone danced until midnight.
natural