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formal ceremony
A formal, ceremonial event held to honor a special occasion, such as an anniversary or an opening.
Zur Einweihung der neuen Brücke gab es einen großen Festakt mit vielen Ehrengästen.
For the inauguration of the new bridge, there was a large formal ceremony with many guests of honor.
'Festakt' (formal ceremony) is a compound of 'das Fest' (celebration) and 'der Akt' (act, here in the sense of action or ceremony). So it describes a festive, ceremonial act.
Der Festakt begann mit einer Rede des Bürgermeisters.
The formal ceremony began with a speech by the mayor.
The word 'Festakt' (formal ceremony) is used for very formal and official occasions. It does not describe a private party, but a planned, public ceremony with a fixed program.
Die Universität feierte ihr 200-jähriges Bestehen mit einem Festakt.
The university celebrated its 200th anniversary with a formal ceremony.
A 'Festakt' (formal ceremony) 'findet statt' (takes place) or is 'abgehalten' (held). You can 'an einem Festakt teilnehmen' (take part in a formal ceremony). The occasion is often given with 'zu' (for/on the occasion of) or 'anlässlich' (on the occasion of), e.g. 'ein Festakt zum Jubiläum' (a formal ceremony for the anniversary).
Viele Gäste nahmen am Festakt zur Eröffnung des neuen Museums teil.
Many guests took part in the formal ceremony for the opening of the new museum.
celebration
'die Feier' and 'der Festakt' can both be an event for a special occasion. 'Feier' is broader and can be private, relaxed, or also formal. 'Festakt' is always formal and ceremonial, often with speeches, guests, and an official occasion such as an opening or an anniversary. The words can be confused because a 'Festakt' can be a kind of ceremonial celebration. For birthdays or family celebrations, 'Feier' sounds natural; for official programs, 'Festakt' is more precise.
Zum Jubiläum der Schule findet am Freitag ein Festakt in der Aula statt.
For the school's anniversary, a formal ceremony will take place in the auditorium on Friday.
Im Garten bereiten sie eine Feier für die ganze Familie vor.
They are preparing a celebration in the garden for the whole family.