Marriage and wedding vocabulary婚姻与婚礼词汇与范文集锦

Marriage and wedding vocabularyIt all starts with a proposal. Traditionally the man goes down on one knee to pop the question.If he receives a "yes", the couple is engaged. It is customary for the man to buy his fiancéean engagement ring, most commonly a diamond ring. Engagements can last for years, and if neither of the couple breaks off the engagement, the next step is marriage.Planning the weddingMost weddings in the UK take the form of either a civil ceremony (conducted at the Registry Office) or a traditional white wedding, held in a church. (There are other ceremonies for different religions.) If the couple chooses a church service, the planning can become quite complex. The church must be booked, the service has to be chosen, flowers arranged and so on. Other arrangements (for both traditional and civil) are to draw up a guest list, send out invitations, book a reception venue (for after the ceremony), choose bridesmaids (the girls who traditionally accompany the bride in the church) and the best man (the bridegroom's friend who accompanies him to the ceremony), buy the wedding dress, arrange a honeymoon (the holiday after the wedding), compile a wedding list (a list of presents that guests can choose to buy the couple) and of course, to select the weddingring(s).The big dayThe groom and best man arrive at the church first, and then the guests arrive. Last to arrive is the bride, normally dressed in a long white wedding dress with a train (material from the dress that covers the floor behind her), her face covered in a veil, carrying a bouquet of flowers, and accompanied by a couple of bridesmaids in matching dresses. Usually the bride's father walks her down the aisle until they reach the priest / vicar at the altar. The church organ plays the Wedding March, and the guests rise to their feet to watch the procession. Once they reach the altar, the bride stands with the groom, and the service begins. The service lasts for about half an hour, and contains readings (extracts from the Bible) and a couple of hymns (religious songs). The priest always asks if there are any objections to the marriage (someone can speak or forever hold their peace = never have the opportunity again to object), and at the end of the service, the couple exchange rings and are proclaimed "man and wife". At that point, the groom is allowed to kiss his wife. The guests leave and the couple then sign the marriage register. When they come out of the church, the guests often throw confetti (small pieces of coloured paper), and the photographer takes various formal photographs.Next in the big day is the reception, which is often a formal lunch in a hotel. After lunch there are various speeches. The bride's father normally gives a speech, then the best man gives a speech (which is often a funny speech designed to embarrass the groom), and the bridegroom and / or the bride give a short speech to thank their guests.Some couples also arrange an evening reception, and hire a disco or band to play music for their friends.At the end of the day, the happy couple traditionally leaves on honeymoon.Other wedding vocabularyPre-wedding nerves = when you are nervous before the weddingWedding bells = the traditional tune that the church bells play as the couple leave the churchWedding vows = the promises that the bride and groom make to each other during the ceremony. Some of these vows could be to love each other "until death do us part" and to love "for richer or poorer, for better or worse, in sickness and in good health".Wedding cake = a traditional cake with three "tiers" eaten at the end of the wedding mealThe old ball and chain = a reference to your partner, a comically reference that makes a comparison to your wife/husband and being a prisoner with a ball and chain attached to you Honeymoon period = taken from the period after marriage when everything is perfect for a while and nobody criticizes the other. This phrase is no used in everyday life to mean any period of time where things are ok now but will get worse.To tie the knot = to get marriedTo get hitched = to get marriedA LIST OF WEDDING RELATED VOCABULARY1.abilitythe quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment2.acceptancethe mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true3.achievementthe action of accomplishing something4.admirationa feeling of delighted approval and liking5.adorationa feeling of profound love and admiration6.adorelove intensely7.affectiona positive feeling of liking8.affectionatehaving or displaying warmth or affection9.affinity(immunology) the attraction between an antigen and an antibody10.agreementthe statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises11.aislea long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods)12.alliancethe state of being allied or confederated13.altarthe table in Christian churches where communion is given14.amusingproviding enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining15.anniversarythe date on which an event occurred in some previous year (or the celebration of it)16.announcementa formal public statement17.appreciationunderstanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something 18.ardora feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause)19.artisticrelating to or characteristic of art or artists20.attachmenta feeling of affection for a person or an institution21.attendancethe act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)22.attendantsomeone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another 23.attentive(often followed by `to') giving care or attention24.attractionthe force by which one object attracts another25.awean overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration26.bachelora man who has never been married27.bannsa public announcement of a proposed marriage28.beloveddearly loved29.best manthe principal groomsman at a wedding30.Biblethe sacred writings of the Christian religions31.billa statute in draft before it becomes law32.blessingthe formal act of approving33.bondan electrical force linking atoms34.bonusanything that tends to arouse35.bouquetan arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present36.boutonnierea flower that is worn in a buttonhole37.bowa knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces38.bridea woman who has recently been married39.budgeta sum of money allocated for a particular purpose40.capable(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability41.caregivera person who helps in identifying or preventing or treating illness or disability42.caringfeeling and exhibiting concern and empathy for others43.celebrationa joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event44.ceremonya formal event performed on a special occasion45.chapela place of worship that has its own altar46.characteran imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story) 47.charmersomeone with an assured and ingratiating manner48.cherishbe fond of; be attached to49.churchone of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship 50.civilapplying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military51.clergyin Christianity, clergymen collectively (as distinguished from the laity)52.clevershowing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with othersmitmentthe trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purposemon-lawbased on common lawpaniona friend who is frequently in the company of anotherpanionshipthe state of being with someonepassiona deep awareness of and sympathy for another's sufferingpassionateshowing or having compassion59.congratulationsan expression of approval and commendation60.consentpermission to do something61.cordialdiffusing warmth and friendliness62.corsagean arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present63.couplea pair who associate with one another64.courtshipa man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with thehope of marriage)65.cozyenjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space 66.customaryin accordance with convention or custom67.datinguse of chemical analysis to estimate the age of geological specimens68.dazzleto cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light 69.deardearly loved70.decisionthe act of making up your mind about something71.declarationa statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)72.dedicationcomplete and wholehearted fidelity73.delightfulgreatly pleasing or entertaining74.dependableworthy of reliance or trust75.devotedzealous in devotion or affection76.devotionfeelings of ardent love77.dinehave supper; eat dinner78.doera person who acts and gets things done79.dowrymoney or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage 80.driveoperate or control a vehicle81.emotionany strong feeling82.emulatestrive to equal or match, especially by imitating83.endearmake attractive or lovable84.endearmentthe act of showing affection85.endogamymarriage within one's own tribe or group as required by custom or law86.engagementa hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war87.espousechoose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans88.expectationbelief about (or mental picture of) the future89.experiencethe accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities90.familya social unit living together91.fascinatecause to be interested or curious92.favoran act of gracious kindness93.favoriteappealing to the general public94.fellowshipan association of people who share common beliefs or activities95.fiancea man who is engaged to be married96.fianceea woman who is engaged to be married97.flowera plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms98.foreverfor a limitless time99.frienda person you know well and regard with affection and trust 100.friendshipthe state of being friends (or friendly)101.galaa gay festivity102.gatheringa group of persons together in one place103.gentlesoft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe104.genuinenot fake or counterfeit105.get hitched withtake in marriage106.get marriedtake in marriage107.getawaythe attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration108.giftsomething acquired without compensation109.givingthe act of giving110.grinto draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, in a smile, grimace, or snarl111.groomeducate for a future role or function112.happinessstate of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy 113.heartthe locus of feelings and intuitions114.helpera person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort orpurpose115.hideawaya hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws116.hobbyan auxiliary activity117.honestnot disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent118.honeya sweet yellow liquid produced by bees119.honeymoona holiday taken by a newly married couple120.honora tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction121.hopea specific instance of feeling hopeful122.hugsqueeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness123.humora message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evokelaughter124.husbanda married man; a woman's partner in marriage125.idiosyncrasya behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual126.idolizelove unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol127.impetigoa very contagious infection of the skin; common in children; localized rednessdevelops into small blisters that gradually crust and erode128.inclinationan attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others129.institutionan organization founded and united for a specific purpose130.integrityan undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting131.intelligencethe ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience132.invitationa request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something 133.jocularcharacterized by jokes and good humor134.joinbecome part of; become a member of a group or organization135.jokingcharacterized by jokes and good humor136.joythe emotion of great happiness137.joyfulfull of or producing joy138.karma(Hinduism and Buddhism) the effects of a person's actions that determine his destiny in his next incarnation139.kindnessthe quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic 140.kisstouch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.cea cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together twoedges (as of a shoe or garment)ughterthe sound of laughing143.legacy(law) a gift of personal property by will144.legalitylawfulness by virtue of conformity to a legal statute145.lessona unit of instruction146.licensea legal document giving official permission to do something147.limousinelarge luxurious car; usually driven by a chauffeur148.logicalcapable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning149.long-termrelating to or extending over a relatively long time150.lovea strong positive emotion of regard and affection151.loyaltythe quality of being loyal152.maid of honoran unmarried woman who attends the bride at a wedding153.marchmarch in a procession154.marriagethe state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)155.marrytake in marriage156.matethe officer below the master on a commercial ship157.matrimonythe state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) 158.matron of honora married woman serving as the attendant to the bride at a wedding159.memorysomething that is remembered160.monogamyhaving only one spouse at a time161.mostlyin large part; mainly or chiefly162.musican artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner163.necessaryabsolutely essential164.nervesan uneasy psychological state165.no-nonsensenot tolerating irrelevancies166.notiona vague idea in which some confidence is placed167.objectivityjudgment based on observable phenomena and uninfluenced by emotions or personal prejudices168.obligationthe social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force 169.observediscover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of170.officialhaving official authority or sanction171.openaffording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed172.overtopen and observable; not secret or hidden173.partnera person's partner in marriage174.passionatehaving or expressing strong emotions175.paternalbelonging to or inherited from one's father176.permanentcontinuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place 177.photographa representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide;recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material178.physicalinvolving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit179.preciouscharacterized by feeling or showing fond affection for180.presenttemporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration181.prizesomething given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery182.protectionthe activity of protecting someone or something183.queasycausing or able to cause nausea184.queryan instance of questioning185.quickaccomplished rapidly and without delay186.quirka strange attitude or habit187.readingthe cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message188.reasonableshowing reason or sound judgment189.reasoningthinking that is coherent and logical190.receptionthe manner in which something is greeted191.recognitionthe state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged192.regarddeem to be193.relationshipa relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, asin `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of `relationship' is for human relations or states of relatedness)194.relativeestimated by comparison; not absolute or complete195.religiousconcerned with sacred matters or religion or the church196.remembrancethe ability to recall past occurrences197.reminiscentserving to bring to mind198.respect(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point199.responsibilitythe social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force200.responsibleworthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable201.reverelove unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol202.ricegrains used as food either unpolished or more often polished203.ringa characteristic sound204.ritean established ceremony prescribed by a religion205.role modelsomeone worthy of imitation206.romanticbelonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts 207.sacramenta formal religious ceremony conferring a specific grace on those who receive it; thetwo Protestant ceremonies are baptism and the Lord's Supper; in the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church there are seven traditional rites accepted as instituted by Jesus: baptism and confirmation and Holy Eucharist and penance and holy orders and matrimony and extreme unction208.safetythe state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions209.securitythe state of being free from danger or injury210.servicework done by one person or group that benefits another211.sharingusing or enjoying something jointly with others212.showgive an exhibition of to an interested audience213.showera plumbing fixture that sprays water over you214.sobernot affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)215.soireea party of people assembled in the evening (usually at a private house)216.solemndignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises 217.specialunique or specific to a person or thing or category218.spinsteran elderly unmarried woman219.sportan active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition220.sweethaving or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar221.sweethearta person loved by another person222.symbolizeexpress indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol223.sympatheticof or relating to the sympathetic nervous system224.teachimpart skills or knowledge to225.tendergiven to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality226.tendernessa tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling227.tiefasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord228.togetherin contact with each other or in proximity229.tokenan individual instance of a type of symbol230.traditionalconsisting of or derived from tradition231.travelchange location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically232.truelovea person loved by another person233.tuxedosemiformal evening dress for men234.understandingthe cognitive condition of someone who understands235.unionan organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer 236.uniqueradically distinctive and without equal237.uniteact in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief238.unusualnot usual or common or ordinaryheran official stationed at the entrance of a courtroom or legislative chamber240.utmostof the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity241.varietya collection containing a variety of sorts of things242.veila garment that covers the head and face243.venuethe scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting)244.visiona vivid mental image245.vowa solemn pledge (to oneself or to another or to a deity) to do something or to behavein a certain manner246.warmththe sensation caused by heat energy247.wedding banda ring (usually plain gold) given to the bride (and sometimes one is also given to thegroom) at the wedding248.whitebeing of the achromatic color of maximum lightness; having little or no hue owing to reflection of almost all incident light249.wifea married woman; a man's partner in marriage250.willingnesscheerful compliance251.wisdomaccumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment252.wisehaving or prompted by wisdom or discernment253.witnesssomeone who sees an event and reports what happened254.wonderfulextraordinarily good or great ; used especially as intensifiers 255.workera person who works at a specific occupation256.worshipthe activity of worshipping257.yearningprolonged unfulfilled desire or need258.youthfulsuggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh259.zeala feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause) 260.zestfulmarked by spirited enjoyment。