state dinner (스테이트 **디**너) — A formal dinner hosted by a head of state in honor of a visiting foreign dignitary
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A formal dinner hosted by a head of state in honor of a visiting foreign dignitary
Pronunciation (IPA): /steɪt ˈdɪnər/
Korean meaning: 국가 원수가 외국 고위 인사를 위해 여는 공식 만찬
Korean pronunciation: 스테이트 **디**너
Example Sentences
- The state dinner featured a seven-course meal that cost more than most people's monthly salary.
- She spent three hours getting ready for the state dinner, only to spill wine on her dress in the first five minutes.
- The state dinner was held to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two countries.
state dinner
NOUN//steɪt ˈdɪnər//
A formal dinner hosted by a head of state in honor of a visiting foreign dignitary
A formal dinner hosted by a head of state in honor of a visiting foreign dignitary
His first dinner became a late dinner, but dignity remained!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
State는 라틴어 'status(상태, 지위)'에서 유래하고, dinner는 고대 프랑스어 'disner(아침 식사)'에서 왔지만, 시간이 지나면서 저녁 식사를 의미하게 되었습니다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The state dinner featured a seven-course meal that cost more than most people's monthly salary.”
“She spent three hours getting ready for the state dinner, only to spill wine on her dress in the first five minutes.”
“The state dinner was held to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two countries.”
“Protocol officers rehearsed the state dinner procedures for weeks to ensure everything went perfectly.”
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