feiern
Translation
to celebrate, to party
Examples
Wir feiern heute seinen Geburtstag.
We are celebrating his birthday today.
Die Mannschaft feiert ihren Sieg.
The team is celebrating its victory.
Sie feiert gern mit Freunden.
She likes to party with friends.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to celebrate sth. Wir feiern Weihnachten.
((with sb.)) to celebrate with sb. Er feiert mit seiner Familie.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zelebrieren (to celebrate formally), Party machen (to party); Antonyms: trauern (to mourn), arbeiten (to work)
Etymology
From Old High German 'fīrōn', related to Latin 'feriae' (holidays). Shares its root with 'Feier' (celebration).
Memory Tips
Sounds a bit like 'fire'. Imagine a big bonfire at a celebration or party.