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Fest
/fɛst/
party, celebration
Wir feiern heute ein Fest.
We're celebrating a party today.
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.
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.
Many German festivals have deep cultural or religious significance.
Collocations
ein Fest feiernto celebrate a partyFest der Liebefestival of loveFest der Nationenfestival of nations
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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
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