Betrothal
noun
An agreement or promise between two people to get married in the future.
After a year of dating, they announced their betrothal to their families.
Often appears as...
- announce a betrothal
- celebration of betrothal
Usage tips
Formal
noun
An agreement or promise between two people to get married in the future.
After a year of dating, they announced their betrothal to their families.
Often appears as...
- announce a betrothal
- celebration of betrothal
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Importance
Betrothal can be a formal tradition in many cultures, making it a significant event with rituals.
Their betrothal was marked by a traditional tea ceremony.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Usage
'Betrothal' is less common today and may feel old-fashioned or formal, though still used.
In historical novels, betrothal agreements often precede the wedding by months.
Pro Tip 3/3Commitment Level
Betrothal indicates a stronger promise than just dating; it's a prelude to marriage.
They confirmed their serious intentions with a betrothal, not just casual dating.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Importance
Betrothal can be a formal tradition in many cultures, making it a significant event with rituals.
Their betrothal was marked by a traditional tea ceremony.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Usage
'Betrothal' is less common today and may feel old-fashioned or formal, though still used.
In historical novels, betrothal agreements often precede the wedding by months.
Pro Tip 3/3Commitment Level
Betrothal indicates a stronger promise than just dating; it's a prelude to marriage.
They confirmed their serious intentions with a betrothal, not just casual dating.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Importance
Betrothal can be a formal tradition in many cultures, making it a significant event with rituals.
Their betrothal was marked by a traditional tea ceremony.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Usage
'Betrothal' is less common today and may feel old-fashioned or formal, though still used.
In historical novels, betrothal agreements often precede the wedding by months.
Pro Tip 3/3Commitment Level
Betrothal indicates a stronger promise than just dating; it's a prelude to marriage.
They confirmed their serious intentions with a betrothal, not just casual dating.
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Video examples
Four sisters in Ancient...
also decked out in the insignia of betrothal. Home time. When they get there after the eighth hour, something is up. A smashed dish lies on the floor. All the slaves are being gathered together in the atrium
Video examples
Four sisters in Ancient...
also decked out in the insignia of betrothal. Home time. When they get there after the eighth hour, something is up. A smashed dish lies on the floor. All the slaves are being gathered together in the atrium
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Quote examples
Kate Braverman
American Novelist
Falling in love with landscapes is what L.A. women do. It doesn't necessarily imply betrothal or marriage.
Quote examples
Kate Braverman
American Novelist
Falling in love with landscapes is what L.A. women do. It doesn't necessarily imply betrothal or marriage.
Example 1 of 1
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