das Galadinner
Translation
gala dinner, formal dinner
Examples
Wir besuchen heute ein Galadinner.
We are attending a gala dinner today.
Das Galadinner findet im Schloss statt.
The gala dinner takes place in the castle.
Grammar Patterns
to attend a gala dinner Many celebrities attended the gala dinner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Festessen (feast), Bankett (banquet)
Etymology
A compound of 'Gala' (from French 'gale', meaning rejoicing, pleasure) and 'Dinner' (from English 'dinner').
Memory Tips
Think of a 'gallant' dinner, a very formal and splendid event. The components 'Gala' and 'Dinner' are familiar from English.