convivial
Meaning: Warm, friendly, and sociable in atmosphere or character, especially in the context of shared eating, drinking, and good company.
Convivial carries strong associations with hospitality, feasting, and cheerful togetherness. It is frequently used to describe atmospheres ('a convivial evening'), gatherings ('a convivial lunch'), or personalities ('a convivial host'). The word has a distinctly positive, warm register and appears regularly in restaurant reviews, travel writing, and social commentary.
Examples
- The pub had a convivial atmosphere that made strangers feel immediately at ease. 那家酒馆有一种欢乐的氛围,让陌生人也立刻感到自在。El pub tenía un ambiente cordial que hacía que los desconocidos se sintiesen cómodos de inmediato.そのパブには和やかな雰囲気があり、初めての人でもすぐにくつろぐことができた。그 펍은 화기애애한 분위기여서 처음 온 사람도 바로 편안함을 느낄 수 있었다.
- After the lecture, the delegates retired to a convivial dinner at the Master's Lodge. 讲座结束后,代表们退席到院长寓所享用了一顿欢快的晚宴。Tras la conferencia, los delegados se retiraron a una cordial cena en la residencia del rector.講演後、代議員たちは学寮長邸でのなごやかな夕食会に退いた。강연 후 대표단은 학장 관저에서의 화기애애한 만찬 자리로 이동했다.
- She was a convivial host who ensured every guest's glass was never empty. 她是一位热情好客的女主人,确保每位客人的杯子从不见底。Era una anfitriona cordial que se aseguraba de que la copa de cada invitado nunca estuviese vacía.彼女はどのゲストのグラスも決して空にさせない、もてなし上手な主催者だった。그녀는 어떤 손님의 잔도 절대 비우지 않는, 접대에 능한 주최자였다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: social, literary, journalism
Tone: warm
Origin & History
From Latin convivialis (pertaining to a feast), from convivium (a banquet), from con- (together) + vivere (to live). Entered English in the 17th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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