die Verlobung, -en
engagement
The German word "Verlobung" is a noun that means "engagement" (the formal agreement to marry). It is made up of the verb "verloben" (to get engaged) and the suffix "-ung" which forms nouns indicating an action or result. The root "lob" relates to "promise" or "pledge," so "Verlobung" literally refers to the act or state of promising.
Similar words:
- "Heiratsantrag" (marriage proposal)
- "Verpartnerung" (civil partnership)
Difference:
- "Verlobung" refers to the formal agreement or state after a marriage proposal has been accepted.
- "Heiratsantrag" is the act of proposing marriage.
- "Verpartnerung" typically relates to civil unions or partnerships, often used for same-sex couples.
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Examples
Wir feiern die Verlobung am Dienstag.noun
We are celebrating the engagement on Tuesday.
Die Verlobung wurde gestern bekannt gegeben.noun
The engagement was announced yesterday.
Die Verlobungen wurden im kleinen Familienkreis still gefeiert.noun
The engagements were quietly celebrated in the small family circle.
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