graduation ceremony
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graduation ceremony
A celebration that takes place at the end of an important stage of life, such as after finishing school, university, or vocational training.
Nach der Zeugnisübergabe gab es eine große Abschlussfeier in der Aula.
After the certificates were handed out, there was a big graduation ceremony in the auditorium.
This word is made up of three parts: 'der Abschluss' (completion/graduation), the linking -s, and 'die Feier' (celebration). So it is literally a celebration for the completion of something, for example school.
Die Abschlussfeier war ein unvergesslicher Abend für alle.
The graduation ceremony was an unforgettable evening for everyone.
The first part of the word, 'Abschluss' (completion/graduation), comes from the verb 'abschließen' (to finish/complete). It is used for many kinds of qualifications or completions, such as 'Schulabschluss' (school-leaving qualification), 'Studienabschluss' (university degree), or 'Ausbildungsabschluss' (vocational training qualification).
Nach ihrem erfolgreichen Studienabschluss gab es eine große Feier.
After successfully completing her degree, there was a big celebration.
Common verbs in connection with 'Abschlussfeier' (graduation ceremony) are 'organisieren' (to organize), 'planen' (to plan), 'stattfinden' (to take place), or 'feiern' (to celebrate). You can also 'zu einer Abschlussfeier gehen' (go to a graduation ceremony) or 'jemanden einladen' (invite someone).
Die Schüler organisierten ihre Abschlussfeier selbst.
The students organized their graduation ceremony themselves.
