occasion — a particular time or instance of an event; a special or formal event
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a particular time or instance of an event; a special or formal event
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈkeɪʒən/
Korean meaning: 특별한 때, 경우; 특별한 행사나 기념일
Korean pronunciation: 어-케이-전 (강세: 케이)
Example Sentences
- My mom only wears her diamond earrings on special occasions... like going to the grocery store.
- The wedding was such a joyful occasion that even the cake was crying... oh wait, that was just melting.
- On this occasion, I would like to thank everyone who supported me.
occasion
NOUN//əˈkeɪʒən//
a particular time or instance of an event; a special or formal event
Dressing up for a special occasion
On this special occasion, persuasion prevents invasion!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어에서 온 단어로, '떨어지다, 일어나다'를 뜻하는 'occidere'에서 유래되었습니다. 시간이 '떨어져' 찾아오는 특별한 순간이라는 의미로 발전했죠.
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📝Examples
“My mom only wears her diamond earrings on special occasions... like going to the grocery store.”
“The wedding was such a joyful occasion that even the cake was crying... oh wait, that was just melting.”
“On this occasion, I would like to thank everyone who supported me.”
“She only drinks wine on special occasions, which apparently includes Tuesdays.”
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