German Conversation · Level 59
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German word
Festtag
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈfɛstˌtaːk/
Meaning
- masculine nounfeast day
Example
Wir feiern den Festtag mit der ganzen Familie.
We celebrate the feast day with the whole family.
More examples
An einem Festtag trifft sich die Familie zum gemeinsamen Essen.
On a feast day, the family meets for a meal together.
Core concept
A marked day when a community or family gathers for shared celebration, ceremony, and customary rituals.
Common phrases
an einem Festtag
on a feast day
öffentlicher Festtag
public holiday
familiärer Festtag
family feast day
Similar words
Feiertag: A public holiday established by law, usually giving workers and students a day off.
Fest: A festive gathering centered on shared food, music, or singing.
Feier: A brief, enjoyable gathering to celebrate with people close to one another.
Gedenktag: A commemorative day honoring the memory of past events or individuals.
Definition in German
Ein Tag, an dem ein besonderes Fest gefeiert wird, oft religiös oder traditionell und mit gemeinsamen Bräuchen verbunden.
Word origin
Festtag combines Fest, borrowed through German from Latin festum for a celebration, with inherited Germanic Tag, meaning day.
Usage tips
- Festtag is masculine, with the plural Festtage; it often highlights a religious or traditional celebration rather than simply a day off work.