die Feier
Translation
celebration, party, festivity, ceremony
Examples
Wir planen eine große Feier.
We are planning a big celebration.
Die Feier findet am Samstag statt.
The party takes place on Saturday.
Grammar Patterns
to have/throw a party eine Feier veranstalten/geben We're throwing a party for his birthday.
to go to a party zu einer Feier gehen Are you going to the party?
Similar Words
Synonyms: Party, Fest, Veranstaltung; Antonyms: Alltag (everyday life), Arbeit (work)
Etymology
From the verb 'feiern' (to celebrate), derived from Old High German 'fīra' (celebration, holiday).
Memory Tips
Think of an English 'fair' or festival. 'Feier' is the German equivalent of a festive gathering.