banquete
“banquete” means “banquet” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
banquet
Also: feast
📝 In Action
El banquete de la boda fue espectacular.
A2The wedding banquet was spectacular.
Los reyes ofrecieron un gran banquete en el palacio.
B1The kings hosted a great feast in the palace.
treat
Also: field day
📝 In Action
Me di un banquete de lectura este fin de semana.
B2I had a reading feast this weekend (I read a lot).
Translate to Spanish
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: banquete
Question 1 of 1
If you say 'Nos dimos un banquete de goles,' what happened?
📚 More Resources
👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Italian word 'banchetto,' which is a smaller version of 'banco' (bench). It refers to the long benches people used to sit on during large public feasts.
First recorded: 16th century
Cognates (Related words)
💡 Master Spanish
Take your Spanish to the next level. Read 200+ illustrated and narrated Spanish stories tailored to your level with the Inklingo app!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'banquete' used for a normal dinner?
No, 'banquete' implies something special, large, and usually formal. For a normal dinner, just use 'cena'.
Does it have a feminine form?
No, 'banquete' is always masculine (el banquete), even if the event is for a woman.