die Trauung, -en
wedding · wedding ceremony
The German word "Trauung" is a noun that means "wedding" or "marriage ceremony". It is derived from the verb "trau(t)en," meaning "to trust" or "to marry". "Trauung" specifically refers to the formal ceremony in which two people are united in marriage. Similar words in German include "Hochzeit" (wedding, often referring to the whole event including the celebration) and "Ehe" (marriage, referring to the formal relationship).
The difference lies in the context: "Trauung" emphasizes the solemn ceremony itself, "Hochzeit" can encompass both the ceremony and the celebration afterward, while "Ehe" relates more to the legal and social implications of being married.
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Examples
Die Trauung findet am Samstag statt.noun
The wedding takes place on Saturday.
Morgen wird die Trauung vorbereitet.noun
Tomorrow the wedding ceremony will be prepared.
Hast du die Trauungen bereits im Kalender notiert?noun
Have you already noted the wedding ceremonies in the calendar?
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