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Festival — meaning in English

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English meaning

festival noun An organized series of events celebrating a particular theme, art form, or occasion.
shindig noun A lively, noisy party or celebration.

Senses

Festival is used for these senses in English:

festival An event or series of special events centred on the celebration or promotion of some theme or aspect of the community, often held at regular intervals.
shindig A noisy party or festivities.

festival — full definition

noun An organized series of events celebrating a particular theme, art form, or occasion.
noun A day or period of religious or cultural celebration.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

Fest Fete Party Rummel Auseinandersetzung Krach