🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

축제

Pronunciation / Transliteration: chukje

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Festivities/fɛsˈtɪv.ɪ.tiz/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"도시의 축제에는 퍼레이드와 콘서트가 포함되었습니다."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The events or activities that are part of a celebration or festival.

    "The town's festivities included parades, concerts, and fireworks."
  2. 2

    A joyful celebration or occasion marked by special activities.

    "The festivities for the holiday lasted for several days."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'festivities' originates from the Latin 'festivus', meaning 'of a feast', which evolved through Old French 'festivités' before entering English in the late 14th century. The term has retained its association with celebration and joy throughout its history.

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