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festejo

/fɛsˈte.ʒu/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

A celebration, festivity, or party, often involving public rejoicing, music, and dance.

Example Sentences:
  • O festejo de São João atrai milhares de turistas todos os anos.
  • A praça estava enfeitada para o grande festejo da cidade.
2.verb

First-person singular present indicative form of festejar (to celebrate, to rejoice).

Example Sentences:
  • Eu festejo cada pequena conquista da minha vida.
  • Sempre festejo o aniversário dos meus amigos com uma grande festa.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Portuguese verb 'festejar' (to celebrate), which comes from Old Spanish/Old Portuguese 'festeiar', ultimately originating from Latin 'festum' (feast, holiday), related to 'festus' (joyful, festive).

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Sounds like 'festival'—think of a joyful festival or celebration when you hear 'festejo'.

Frequently Asked Questions About “festejo

1. What is the meaning of “festejo” in English?

In English, festejo (noun) is defined as: “A celebration, festivity, or party, often involving public rejoicing, music, and dance.”.

2. How do you use “festejo” in a sentence?

O festejo de São João atrai milhares de turistas todos os anos.

3. What are English synonyms of “festejo”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “festejo”?

Derived from the Portuguese verb 'festejar' (to celebrate), which comes from Old Spanish/Old Portuguese 'festeiar', ultimately originating from Latin 'festum' (feast, holiday), related to 'festus' (joyful, festive).