Wreaths Meaning in English

word · lemma: wreath

US

ˈɹiðz/, /ˈɹiθs

REETHZ or REETHS

UK

ɹˈiːθs

REETHS

Definition

Wreaths are circular arrangements of flowers, leaves, or other materials, often used as decorations for celebrations or funerals.

Usage & Nuances

'Wreaths' are plural of 'wreath.' Common at holidays (especially Christmas), funerals, or memorials. Different from 'garlands' (which are rope-like). Often collocates with 'Christmas', 'funeral', 'door', or 'lay'.

• Spanish: coronas
• Portuguese (BR): guirlandas - coroas (fúnebres)
• Portuguese (PT): grinaldas - coroas (fúnebres)
• Chinese (Simplified): 花环
• Chinese (Traditional): 花圈
• Hindi: मालाएँ
• Arabic: أكاليل
• Bengali: মালা (বৃত্তাকার) - পুষ্পমালা
• Russian: венки
• Japanese: リース
• Vietnamese: vòng hoa
• Korean: 화환
• Turkish: çelenkler
• Urdu: پھولوں کے ہار (گول) - اکلیل
• Indonesian: karangan bunga

Example Sentences

We bought red and green wreaths for Christmas.

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Many families hang wreaths on their doors.

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They placed wreaths at the soldier's memorial.

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I love how fresh pine wreaths make the house smell during winter.

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Every year, the cemetery is covered with flowers and wreaths on Memorial Day.

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Have you noticed how creative some people get with their holiday wreaths?

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