Fest

/fɛst/
nounBeginner party, celebration
general

A celebration or festivity, often involving social gatherings, food, and entertainment.

Das Stadtfest zieht jedes Jahr Tausende Besucher an.

The city festival attracts thousands of visitors every year.

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The term 'Fest' is a general word for any type of celebration, from small gatherings to large public events.

cultural

A religious or cultural festival, often with traditional customs and rituals.

Das Oktoberfest ist das bekannteste Volksfest in Deutschland.

Oktoberfest is the most famous folk festival in Germany.

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Many German festivals have deep cultural or religious significance.

Collocations

ein Fest feiernto celebrate a partyFest der Liebefestival of loveFest der Nationenfestival of nations

Related Phrases

Fest der Liebephrase
festival of love
Fest der Nationenphrase
festival of nations

💡Pro Tip

Capitalization

In German, all nouns, including 'Fest', are capitalized.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

The meaning of 'Fest' can vary widely depending on the context, from a small private gathering to a large public event.

📖Word Origin

From Middle High German 'veste', meaning 'feast' or 'celebration'. Related to Old High German 'fest' and Old English 'fǣst'.

📝Usage Notes

'Fest' is a broad term that can refer to any type of celebration, from private parties to large public events. In German, it is always capitalized as it is a noun.

Word Breakdown

Fest
celebration
root
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