Feiern
Example: Wir feiern heute Abend den Geburtstag meiner Schwester.
Definition
"Feiern" means to celebrate or observe a special event or occasion with festivities, such as a party or gathering. It involves joyful activities to honor an event, like birthdays or holidays, often including socializing, food, and entertainment.
Etymology
The word "feiern" comes from Old High German "fīrēn," related to the idea of festivity and solemn observance. It shares roots with similar words in other Germanic languages, reflecting long-standing traditions of communal celebration. Did you know? The word originally implied a formal or religious celebration before becoming more general.
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"Feiern" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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