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solemnities

/səˈlɛmnɪtiz/

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Solennité, gravité

The quality of being deeply serious and sober or solemn.

Examples :

"the solemnity of a funeral"

La solennité d'un enterrement.

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noun

Solennités, cérémonies

An instance or example of solemn behavior; a rite or ceremony performed with reverence.

Examples :

"The graduation ceremony was full of solemnities, like the reading of student names and the turning of tassels. "

La cérémonie de remise des diplômes était pleine de solennités, comme la lecture des noms des étudiants et le retournement des glands.

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Solennités, fête de premier rang

A feast day of the highest rank celebrating a mystery of faith such as the Trinity, an event in the life of Jesus, the Virgin Mary, or another important saint.

Examples :

"The church was beautifully decorated for the Christmas solemnities. "

L'église était magnifiquement décorée pour les solennités de Noël.

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Solennités, cérémonies

A solemn or formal observance; proceeding according to due form; the formality which is necessary to render a thing done valid.

Examples :

"The graduation ceremony was filled with the solemnities expected of such an important event, including speeches, awards, and the formal presentation of diplomas. "

La cérémonie de remise des diplômes était remplie des solennités attendues d'un événement aussi important, notamment des discours, des récompenses et la remise officielle des diplômes.

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Célébrations, festivités

A celebration or festivity.

Examples :

"The school's graduation ceremonies included many solemnities, like the awarding of diplomas and the valedictorian's speech. "

Les cérémonies de remise des diplômes de l'école comprenaient de nombreuses célébrations, comme la remise des diplômes et le discours du major de promotion.

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