French translation of bacchanalia is 
bacchanalia

Meaning of "bacchanalia" in English

"Bacchanalia" refers to wild, intoxicated festivities characterized by exuberance and revelry. The term originates from the ancient Roman festival honoring Bacchus, the god of wine. These celebrations were initially religious rites but became synonymous over time with debauchery and an unrestrained atmosphere. Today, the word is often used to describe any event involving excessive drinking and hedonistic behavior. The use of "bacchanalia" can evoke images of lush, extravagant celebrations filled with music, dancing, and indulgence.

Meaning of "bacchanalia" in French

In French, "bacchanalia" also denotes wild, rowdy festivities linked to overindulgence, specifically associated with parties celebrating Bacchus, the Roman god of wine. The term has preserved its connotations of unbridled revelry and excessiveness. Although rooted in religious festivities, the modern interpretation aligns closely with any gathering characterized by an unrestrained, joyous atmosphere, often involving excessive consumption of alcohol and a celebratory spirit.

Pronunciation of "bacchanalia" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˌbækəˈneɪliə/

Pronunciation Variations: In various English dialects, the emphasis on syllables may vary slightly, but the general pronunciation remains consistent across regions.

Pronunciation of "bacchanalia" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /bak.an.a.lja/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, regional accents may slightly alter the vowel sounds, but the pronunciation largely remains standard across Francophone areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The annual party was a true bacchanalia with endless music and dancing. (La fête annuelle était une véritable bacchanale avec de la musique et de la danse sans fin.)

2. She described the concert as a bacchanalia of sound and lights. (Elle a décrit le concert comme une bacchanale de sons et de lumières.)

3. The holiday celebration turned into a bacchanalia by midnight. (La célébration des vacances s'est transformée en bacchanale à minuit.)

4. His story of the weekend ended in a bacchanalia of laughter. (Son récit du week-end s'est terminé par une bacchanale de rires.)

5. The festival resembled a bacchanalia from ancient times. (Le festival ressemblait à une bacchanale des temps anciens.)

6. The wedding reception became a bacchanalia as the night progressed. (La réception de mariage est devenue une bacchanale au fil de la nuit.)

7. The historical novel detailed a grand bacchanalia celebrating the harvest. (Le roman historique décrivait une grande bacchanale célébrant la récolte.)

8. Their summer retreat always ended with a bacchanalia by the beach. (Leur retraite estivale se terminait toujours par une bacchanale à la plage.)

9. The parade concluded in a city-wide bacchanalia. (Le défilé s'est terminé par une bacchanale à l'échelle de la ville.)

10. The opera depicted the excesses of a bacchanalia. (L'opéra dépeignait les excès d'une bacchanale.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bacchanalia" in English

Synonyms: revelry, debauchery, carousal, festivity, orgy, spree, binge, celebration, jamboree, merrymaking.

Antonyms: sobriety, restraint, moderation, temperance, simplicity, order, tranquility.

Similar Words: festival, blowout, carnival, feast, frolic, gaiety, jamboree, revel.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bacchanalia" in French

Synonyms: fête, orgie, ribote, festin, réjouissance.

Antonyms: sobriété, modération, retenue, réserve.

Similar Words: célébration, carnaval, kermesse, festivité.

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