fidanzamento
engagement
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/fidandzaˈmento/
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Cultural Note
In traditional Italian culture, the 'fidanzamento' is a formal step involving both families. An engagement party ('festa di fidanzamento') often brings the two families together for the first time officially. In southern Italy, this tradition is still strongly observed.
📝 Example Sentences
Hanno annunciato il loro fidanzamento.
They announced their engagement.
La festa di fidanzamento è sabato.
The engagement party is on Saturday.
Il fidanzamento è durato due anni.
The engagement lasted two years.