quinceañera
girl celebrating her 15th birthday; quinceañera celebration
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/kin.θe.aˈɲe.ɾa/
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Cultural Note
The quinceañera is a major coming-of-age celebration across Latin America, marking a girl's 15th birthday. It includes a religious ceremony, a formal waltz, the changing of shoes from flats to heels, and a lavish party. Families may save for years to fund this celebration.
📝 Example Sentences
La quinceañera bailó el vals con su padre.
The quinceañera danced the waltz with her father.
Están preparando una gran fiesta de quinceañera.
They are preparing a big quinceañera party.