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.
farewell / adoption
'Verabschiedung' and 'Abschlussfeier' can both mean a celebration at the end of something. The difference lies in the focus. 'Verabschiedung' fits when a person is leaving, for example a company, an office, or going into retirement. 'Abschlussfeier' fits when a stage of life ends, for example school, university, or vocational training. Learners may confuse the words because both are often ceremonial and take place at the end. As a practical rule: if it is about a person who is leaving, 'Verabschiedung' is more natural. If it is about a completed qualification, 'Abschlussfeier' is more precise.
Nach der Ausbildung feierte Mehmet mit seiner Familie die Abschlussfeier.
After completing his vocational training, Mehmet celebrated the graduation ceremony with his family.
Bei der Verabschiedung von Frau Müller haben alle Kollegen eine kurze Rede gehalten.
At Ms. Müller's farewell ceremony, all her colleagues gave a short speech.