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UK/["/pəˈreɪd/"]/US/["/pəˈreɪd/"]/

Meaning of Parade

In simple words: A large public celebration with people, floats, and music that moves through the streets.

Parade in a sentence

  • The city held a grand parade to celebrate the national holiday.
  • They watched the parade of floats and marching bands down the main street.
  • The soldiers began to parade in front of the reviewing stand.
  • The fashion designer made his models parade down the runway.
  • Villagers parade every year in traditional costumes during the festival.
  • The company decided to parade its new products at the fair.

How to use Parade

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly associated with celebrations like holidays or festivals. Not typically used in serious contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a colorful parade where people wave—like 'pair of waves' in the street.

Related words

Collocations with Parade

Synonyms for Parade

  • procession

Opposites of Parade

Common mistakes with Parade

  • Confusing with 'parody' due to similar spelling.
  • Using 'parade' as a verb incorrectly.
  • Mixing up with 'procession' without understanding the differences.

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Frequently asked questions about Parade

What does Parade mean?

A large public celebration with people, floats, and music that moves through the streets.

What is the definition of Parade?

a public celebration of a special day or event, usually with bands in the streets and decorated vehicles

How do you use Parade in a sentence?

The city held a grand parade to celebrate the national holiday.

Can you give another example of Parade?

They watched the parade of floats and marching bands down the main street.

What are synonyms for Parade?

Common alternatives include procession.

What is the opposite of Parade?

Opposite meanings include disorder, chaos.

What words go with Parade?

It commonly pairs with big, grand, colourful/​colorful, have, hold, stage, take place, ground, route, float, at a/​the parade, on parade, big, grand, colourful/​colorful, have, hold, stage, take place, ground, route, float, at a/​the parade, on parade.

What are common mistakes when using Parade?

Confusing with 'parody' due to similar spelling. Using 'parade' as a verb incorrectly. Mixing up with 'procession' without understanding the differences.

How do you pronounce Parade?

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

When should I use Parade?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly associated with celebrations like holidays or festivals. Not typically used in serious contexts.

What CEFR level is Parade?

"Parade" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.