English–Japanese

“wedding reception” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihirōen

Example

妹の披露宴に出席します。imōto no hi rō en ni shus seki shi ma su

I will attend my sister's wedding reception.

Illustration for 披露宴 (wedding reception)

How to say “wedding reception” in Japanese

“Wedding reception” in Japanese is 披露宴 (hirōen).

Refers to a formal gathering where a marriage is publicly celebrated through a meal and social event.

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

Example sentences with 披露宴

友人の披露宴で祝辞を述べます。yū jin no hi rō en de shuku ji o no be ma su

I will give a speech at my friend's wedding reception.

Tips for using 披露宴

  • In English, a wedding reception usually follows the wedding ceremony, so the two terms refer to different parts of the celebration.

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