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How to Say "banquet" in Spanish

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banquete

/bahn-KEH-teh//baŋˈkete/

nounB1formal
Use 'banquete' when you want to specifically emphasize the formal, large meal that is served at an event.
A long wooden table filled with many plates of delicious food, including roasted chicken, fresh bread, and fruit, with many chairs around it.

Examples

El banquete de bodas incluyó varios platos tradicionales.

The wedding banquet included several traditional dishes.

El banquete de la boda fue espectacular.

The wedding banquet was spectacular.

Los reyes ofrecieron un gran banquete en el palacio.

The kings hosted a great feast in the palace.

Using 'el' with banquete

This is a masculine word, so you should always use 'el' (the) or 'un' (a) before it.

Banquete vs. Banco

Mistake: “Using 'banquete' to mean a small bench.”

Correction: Use 'banco' for a bench. Although the words are related, 'banquete' only refers to the meal or feast.

recepción

nounB1formal
Use 'recepción' when referring to the entire formal gathering or event, which may include food and drinks but isn't solely defined by the meal.

Examples

Asistimos a una elegante recepción en honor a los recién casados.

We attended an elegant reception in honor of the newlyweds.

Focusing on the Meal vs. the Event

Learners often mistakenly use 'banquete' for any large formal gathering. Remember that 'banquete' specifically highlights the meal, while 'recepción' refers to the broader event or party, which might include a meal but isn't limited to it.

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