Japanese

まつり
Meaning: festival; ritual; feast
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

村の祭りはとても賑やかです。
The village festival is very lively.
多くの市民がその祭りに参加した。
Many citizens participated in that festival.
祭りのために繁華街へ繰り出した。
We set out to the busy downtown area for the festival.
子供たちは祭りの雰囲気に浮かれてはしゃいでいた。
The children were in high spirits and frolicking in the festive atmosphere.
島民たちは、伝統的な祭りを守り続けている。
The islanders continue to protect their traditional festivals.

Usage Notes

Refers to traditional religious ceremonies or modern community celebrations. Can also metaphorically refer to a social media 'storm' or 'party'.

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