die Zeremonie
ceremony
A formal, often solemn act or event that follows established rules.
EXAMPLE
Die Hochzeitszeremonie fand in einer kleinen Kapelle statt.
The wedding ceremony took place in a small chapel.
die Zeremonie
ceremony
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Word origin
'Zeremonie' (ceremony) is an international word that comes from Latin. You will find similar words in many other languages, which makes it easier to understand.
EXAMPLE
Die offizielle Zeremonie beginnt um 10 Uhr im Rathaus.
The official ceremony begins at 10 o'clock in the town hall.
Typical collocations
'Zeremonie' (ceremony) is often used with verbs such as 'abhalten' (to hold), 'stattfinden' (to take place), or 'teilnehmen' (to participate). Common compounds are 'Hochzeitszeremonie' (wedding ceremony), 'Trauerzeremonie' (funeral ceremony), or 'Eröffnungszeremonie' (opening ceremony).
EXAMPLE
Viele Gäste nahmen an der feierlichen Zeremonie teil.
Many guests took part in the solemn ceremony.
Register: formal
The word 'Zeremonie' (ceremony) is used for formal and official occasions. It emphasizes the solemn and rule-governed character of an event.
EXAMPLE
Die Krönung des Königs war eine prunkvolle Zeremonie.
The king's coronation was a magnificent ceremony.
Compare with
Zeremonie vs Feier
celebration
Feier and Zeremonie can both belong to the same special occasion. Feier generally refers to the entire festive or social event. Zeremonie emphasizes the formal part that follows established rules, such as the wedding ceremony at a wedding.
Zeremonie
Die Zeremonie der Trauung beginnt um elf Uhr im Rathaus.
The wedding ceremony begins at eleven o'clock at city hall.
Feier
Nach der Trauung beginnt die Feier mit allen Gästen im Hotel.
After the wedding ceremony, the celebration with all the guests begins at the hotel.
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