formatura
graduation; graduation ceremony
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/foɾ.mɐ.ˈtu.ɾɐ/
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Cultural Note
Brazilian graduations, especially from university, are elaborate multi-day events. They include a formal ceremony (colação de grau), a religious mass, a photo session in cap and gown, and a grand ball (baile de formatura) that can cost thousands of reais. The entire graduating class typically plans and funds the celebration together.
📝 Example Sentences
A formatura foi o dia mais feliz da minha vida.
Graduation was the happiest day of my life.
O baile de formatura é uma tradição importante.
The graduation dance is an important tradition.
Minha família toda veio para a minha formatura.
My whole family came to my graduation.