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Maria and Sara are discussing the wedding they attended last night.
Maria: Oh my gosh, Sara! That wedding last night was absolutely breathtaking. The ceremony was so romantic and the reception was a blast.
Sara: I know, right? The vows they exchanged were so heartfelt and the way they looked at each other was so full of love and devotion.
Maria: And the decor at the reception was stunning. The floral arrangements were so colorful and the lighting added such a romantic ambiance.
Sara: And the food was delicious! I couldn't get enough of the shrimp cocktail and the filet mignon. And the wedding cake was to die for.
Maria: Definitely. And the speeches given by the bridal party were so heartfelt and funny. I was tearing up at some points and laughing at others.
Sara: Yeah, it was such a special night. The newlyweds looked so happy and it was clear that they were truly meant for each other.
Bottom line: Maria and Sara reminisce about the beautiful and memorable wedding they attended the previous night.
Vocabulary of a Wedding: Definitions and Meanings
- Bride - the woman getting married
- Groom - the man getting married
- Wedding dress - the dress worn by the bride on her wedding day
- Tuxedo - the formal suit worn by the groom on his wedding day
- Bridal party - the group of people (usually including bridesmaids and groomsmen) who stand with the couple during the wedding ceremony
- Wedding ceremony - the formal event at which the bride and groom exchange vows and become married
- Reception - the party or celebration following the wedding ceremony
- Vows - the promises made by the couple during the wedding ceremony
- Wedding ring - the ring worn by the couple to symbolize their marriage
- Honeymoon - a vacation taken by the newlyweds after the wedding.
Wedding Quiz
Sure, here's a quiz based on the conversation and the vocabulary provided:
1. Who typically wears the wedding dress?
a) Bride
b) Groom
c) Bridal party
d) Best man
2. What is the formal suit worn by the groom called?
a) Wedding dress
b) Tuxedo
c) Bridal gown
d) Cocktail dress
3. What is the group of people who stand with the couple during the wedding ceremony called?
a) Wedding planners
b) Guests
c) Bridal party
d) Officiants
4. What event follows the wedding ceremony?
a) Honeymoon
b) Reception
c) Bridal shower
d) Bachelorette party
5. What are the promises exchanged by the couple during the wedding ceremony called?
a) Rings
b) Gifts
c) Vows
d) Speeches
6. What is the ring worn by the couple to symbolize their marriage called?
a) Engagement ring
b) Friendship ring
c) Wedding ring
d) Promise ring
7. What is a vacation taken by the newlyweds after the wedding called?
a) Anniversary trip
b) Babymoon
c) Honeymoon
d) Retreat
8. Who typically gives speeches at the wedding reception?
a) Guests
b) Caterers
c) Bridal party
d) Musicians
9. What type of food did Sara mention enjoying at the reception?
a) Sushi
b) Shrimp cocktail
c) Pizza
d) Tacos
10. What word describes the atmosphere created by the lighting and decor at the reception?
a) Romantic
b) Spooky
c) Cheerful
d) Professional
Quiz Answers:
1. a) Bride
2. b) Tuxedo
3. c) Bridal party
4. b) Reception
5. c) Vows
6. c) Wedding ring
7. c) Honeymoon
8. c) Bridal party
9. b) Shrimp cocktail
10. a) Romantic