German Word · Advanced
Festlichkeit
festivity
Pronunciation: /ˈfɛstlɪçkaɪ̯t/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "festivity".
Example
Wir tanzen morgen Mitternacht erfreut / In Theseus' Hause bei der Festlichkeit / Und segnen es mit aller Herrlichkeit.
And will to-morrow midnight solemnly / Dance in Duke Theseus' house triumphantly, / And bless it to all fair prosperity:
Practice tips
- Practice Festlichkeit out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for advanced-level learners.