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Marriage

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmærɪdʒ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmærɪdʒ/"]/

Meaning of Marriage

the legal relationship between two people who are married to each other

In simple words: A legal union between two people, usually involving a ceremony.

Marriage in a sentence

• Marriage is a significant commitment between two people.
• In many cultures, marriage is celebrated with a large ceremony.
• After years of dating, they finally decided on marriage.
• Their marriage has faced many challenges over the years.
• Some people believe that marriage should only happen once.

How to use Marriage

Use 'marriage' in both formal and informal contexts. Appropriate when discussing partnerships, legal matters, or family. Avoid in casual settings when making jokes.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think 'marry-age' — it’s the age when people usually marry!

Related words

Collocations with Marriage

• good
• happy
• successful
• have
• propose
• enter into
• last
• be over
• break down
• vows
• plans
• proposal
• by a marriage
• from a marriage
• by marriage
• ask for somebody’s hand in marriage
• win somebody’s hand in marriage
• the break-up of a marriage
• good
• happy
• successful
• have
• propose
• enter into
• last
• be over
• break down
• vows
• plans
• proposal
• by a marriage
• from a marriage
• by marriage
• ask for somebody’s hand in marriage
• win somebody’s hand in marriage
• the break-up of a marriage
• Christian
• Jewish
• etc.
• celebrate
• be held
• take place
• ceremony
• certificate
• contract
• at a/​the marriage
• marriage to

Synonyms for Marriage

• union
• wedlock
• matrimony
• partnership
• alliance

Opposites of Marriage

• divorce
• separation

Common mistakes with Marriage

• Confused with 'marriage' vs 'married'.
• Using 'marriage' in a context that implies a temporary relationship.
• Incorrectly pluralizing 'marriage' as 'marriages' when referring to the concept in general.

Frequently asked questions about Marriage

What does Marriage mean?

A legal union between two people, usually involving a ceremony.

What is the definition of Marriage?

the legal relationship between two people who are married to each other

How do you use Marriage in a sentence?

Marriage is a significant commitment between two people.

Can you give another example of Marriage?

In many cultures, marriage is celebrated with a large ceremony.

What are synonyms for Marriage?

Common alternatives include union, wedlock, matrimony, partnership, alliance.

What is the opposite of Marriage?

Opposite meanings include divorce, separation.

What words go with Marriage?

It commonly pairs with good, happy, successful, have, propose, enter into, last, be over, break down, vows, plans, proposal, by a marriage, from a marriage, by marriage, ask for somebody’s hand in marriage, win somebody’s hand in marriage, the break-up of a marriage, good, happy, successful, have, propose, enter into, last, be over, break down, vows, plans, proposal, by a marriage, from a marriage, by marriage, ask for somebody’s hand in marriage, win somebody’s hand in marriage, the break-up of a marriage, Christian, Jewish, etc., celebrate, be held, take place, ceremony, certificate, contract, at a/​the marriage, marriage to.

What are common mistakes when using Marriage?

Confused with 'marriage' vs 'married'. Using 'marriage' in a context that implies a temporary relationship. Incorrectly pluralizing 'marriage' as 'marriages' when referring to the concept in general.

How do you pronounce Marriage?

US: /["/ˈmærɪdʒ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmærɪdʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Marriage?

Use 'marriage' in both formal and informal contexts. Appropriate when discussing partnerships, legal matters, or family. Avoid in casual settings when making jokes.

What CEFR level is Marriage?

"Marriage" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.