conviviality in English
- conviviality⇄conviviality, noun, pl.-ties.
1. fondness for eating and drinking with friends; good fellowship.
Ex. Conviviality is an asset for a lawyer anywhere (Harper's).
2. eating and drinking with friends; festivity.
conviviality in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
conviviality in Marathi मराठी
Conviviality
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/kənˌvɪviˈælɪti/ (UK & US)
Definitions
- The quality of being friendly, lively, and enjoyable.
- The state of social warmth and pleasantness in gatherings.
Usage Examples
- The conviviality of the party made it a night to remember.
- Her natural conviviality made her a great host.
Etymology
From French convivialité, derived from Latin convivium ("banquet, feast") + "-ity" (suffix denoting quality or state).
Synonyms
- Friendliness, sociability, festivity, warmth, joviality.
Antonyms
- Gloom, hostility, aloofness, unsociability.
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | convivialité | /kɔ̃.vi.vja.li.te/ |
| Spanish | convivialidad | /kon.bibja.liˈðað/ |
| German | Geselligkeit | /ɡəˈzɛlɪçkaɪt/ |
| Hindi | मिलनसारिता | /milansarita/ |
| Mandarin | 欢乐 | /huān lè/ |
| Japanese | 交際性 | /kōsai-sei/ |
| Tamil | மகிழ்ச்சி | /magizhchi/ |
| Bengali | আনন্দময়তা | /anandamoyata/ |
| Russian | общительность | /obshchitel'nost'/ |
| Portuguese | convivialidade | /kõ.vi.vi.a.liˈdadʒi/ |
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Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /kənˌvɪviˈælɪti/
American English: /kənˌvɪviˈælɪti/
Historical Usage
The term "conviviality" has been used since the 17th century to describe the spirit of social gatherings and enjoyable company.
Cultural Nuances
In various cultures, conviviality is associated with hospitality, feasting, and shared enjoyment in social settings.
More Information
Conviviality plays a key role in fostering relationships, building communities, and enhancing social interactions through warmth and friendliness.