der Glühweinempfang
Translation
mulled wine reception
Examples
Der Glühweinempfang findet im Freien statt.
The mulled wine reception takes place outdoors.
Wir sind zum Glühweinempfang der Firma eingeladen.
We are invited to the company's mulled wine reception.
Grammar Patterns
to go to/invite to a ((mulled wine reception)) Wir gehen zum Glühweinempfang des Bürgermeisters.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sektempfang (champagne reception), Stehempfang (standing reception)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Glühwein' (mulled wine) and 'Empfang' (reception). 'Glühwein' itself comes from 'glühen' (to glow) and 'Wein' (wine).
Memory Tips
Picture a reception ('Empfang') where you are served 'Glühwein'. It's a common event at German Christmas markets.