/ˈfestɪvəl/
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Translation
A special time when people come together to celebrate with music, food, or shows.
Word origin
From Latin festum, meaning a feast or holiday.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- festum
- English cognates
- feast, festive
Grammar
Gender
Pluralfestivals
Examples
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A festival is a special event where many people celebrate together.
Thousands .
Festivals can celebrate music, films, food, or art.
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"During the festival" means while the celebration was happening.
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