despedida
/des.peˈði.ða/noun★Intermediate
formalinformal
A farewell or goodbye, often marking the end of a relationship, job, or event.
La despedida fue emotiva y llena de lágrimas.
The farewell was emotional and full of tears.
Asistí a la despedida de mi compañero de trabajo.
I attended my coworker's farewell.
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Can refer to a formal event or a simple goodbye.
Collocations
despedida de solterahen partydespedida de solterobachelor partydespedida de añoyear-end farewell
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
dar una despedidaphrase
to say goodbye
hacer una despedidaphrase
to hold a farewell event
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'despedida' for formal or significant farewells, while 'adiós' is more casual.
📖Word Origin
From the verb 'despedir' (to dismiss or say goodbye), derived from the Latin 'dispedire' (to send away).
📝Usage Notes
Often used for formal or significant farewells, such as retirement parties or end-of-year events.
Word Breakdown
des-
away
prefix-pedida
dismissal or farewell
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