Spanish word

nupcial

Pronunciation

IPA/nupˈθjal/

Meaning

  • adjectivebridal

Example

El vestido nupcial es blanco.

The bridal dress is white.

Illustration for nupcial (bridal)

More examples

La ceremonia nupcial fue íntima y emotiva.

The wedding ceremony was intimate and moving.

Core concept

Wedding ceremony centered on the couple and officiant.

Common phrases

  • vestido nupcial

    wedding dress

  • ceremonia nupcial

    wedding ceremony

  • banquete nupcial

    wedding banquet

Similar words

matrimonial: Relating to marriage and married life, often in legal, domestic, or family contexts.

Definition in Spanish

Que pertenece o se refiere a una boda o a los actos y objetos relacionados con ella.

Word origin

From Latin nūptialis, derived from nūptia 'marriage' and the verb nūbere 'to marry or to veil', the adjective denotes matters relating to a wedding.

Usage tips

  • A formal or written adjective in Spanish, so everyday speech more often uses boda or de novia instead.

Other meanings

  • maritaladjective

Opposites

  • fúnebrefunerealadjective

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