English–French

“ceremony” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/seʁemoni/

Example

La cérémonie commence à dix heures.

The ceremony starts at ten o'clock.

Illustration for cérémonie (ceremony)

How to say “ceremony” in French

“Ceremony” in French is cérémonie.

People follow an arranged pattern of gestures, words, and stages rather than simply meeting.

Full entry for cérémonie: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with cérémonie

La cérémonie de mariage a duré deux heures.

The wedding ceremony lasted two hours.

Tips for using cérémonie

  • Cérémonie emphasizes formal procedure, while fête and réunion refer more broadly to a celebration or gathering.

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