MedborgarskapskursenGlossary · Chapter 13: Traditions and holidays
ceremoni
Swedish word. In English: ceremony
A formal gathering, often with speeches, music or symbols such as the flag.
Facts about the word
- Many municipalities hold special ceremonies to welcome new citizens on National Day, 6 June. Sverige i fokus s. 46
- On National Day the flag is raised and speeches are given. Sverige i fokus s. 46
- National Day was made a public holiday by a decision of the Riksdag in 2005. Sverige i fokus s. 46
Page references are to UHR's study material Sverige i fokus.
Try the word in a sentence
Only one of the sentences uses the word correctly. Which one?
A ceremony is a formal gathering, for example when the municipality welcomes new citizens. It is not a form and not food.
The word belongs to Chapter 13: Traditions and holidays in Sverige i fokus, with the full context and practice questions.