Spanish Conversation · Level 133
44 words
Spanish word
festejo
Pronunciation
IPA/fesˈtexo/
Meaning
- masculine nouncelebration
Example
Vamos al festejo esta noche.
We're going to the celebration tonight.
More examples
El festejo fue familiar y sencillo.
The family celebration was simple.
Core concept
A lively gathering with music, food, and dancing.
Common phrases
festejo familiar
family celebration
organizar un festejo
organize a celebration
asistir al festejo
attend the celebration
Similar words
fiesta: Informal party for friends and family focused on enjoyment and socializing.
celebración: Official celebration of a significant event, usually marked by ceremonies or formalities.
reunión: Meeting where people come together to talk, make decisions, or share updates.
evento: Scheduled organized occurrence such as a conference, concert, or social happening.
Definition in Spanish
Reunión o acto para celebrar algo, con música, comida o actividades festivas.
Word origin
From Latin festivus 'festive', through medieval Latin festivare and the Spanish verb festejar, with the suffix -ejo forming the noun festejo.
Usage tips
- In everyday speech, fiesta is the usual word for casual parties, while festejo tends to sound more formal and appears more often in event listings or written descriptions.