Intermediate

Celebrar

Definition

(verb) To acknowledge a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity

“Se reúnen cada año para celebrar el Año Nuevo.”

They gather every year to celebrate the New Year.

“Vamos a celebrar en casa.”
We're going to celebrate at home.
“Anoche celebramos el gol de Marta en un bar pequeño de Lavapiés.”
Last night we celebrated Marta's goal at a little bar in Lavapiés.
“Después de la firma, el equipo celebró con una cena en Sevilla.”
After the signing, the team celebrated with dinner in Seville.
“Ella quería celebrar su cumpleaños en la playa, pero llovió todo el día.”
She wanted to celebrate her birthday at the beach, but it rained all day.

Other Spanish words at this level include Radiante, Atmósfera, Lo Que Sea, Por cierto, and No Pasa Nada. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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