jubileum

anniversary; jubilee

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Pronunciation

/jyˈbi.leː.ʏm/

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Cultural Note

Dutch wedding anniversaries have special names: 'koperen bruiloft' (12.5 years, copper), 'zilveren bruiloft' (25 years, silver), 'gouden bruiloft' (50 years, gold), and 'diamanten bruiloft' (60 years, diamond). The 12.5-year celebration is uniquely Dutch.

📝 Example Sentences

Mijn ouders vieren hun zilveren jubileum.

My parents are celebrating their silver jubilee.

Voor het jubileum was er een groot familiefeest.

For the anniversary there was a large family party.

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