event

• Nom désignant un fait ou une situation qui se produit, qu'il soit planifié ou non, souvent important ou d'intérêt public.

A noun referring to a planned or unplanned occurrence, happening, or occasion, often of significance or public interest.

1. Occurrence or happeningA1formal

   Something that happens, especially something important or notable.

   événement

   • The wedding was a beautiful event.
   • The concert was the biggest event of the year.
   • The event attracted thousands of visitors.

   Synonymesaffaircircumstanceepisodeexperiencehappeningincidentoccasionoccurrence

2. Planned social gatheringA2formal

   A planned public or social occasion.

   événement social planifié

   • They organized a charity event for the local hospital.
   • The company is hosting a networking event next week.
   • The school held a fundraising event for new equipment.

   Synonymesaffaircelebrationfunctiongatheringget togetheroccasionpartyreception

3. Sports competitionA2formal

   A contest or competition in a sports program.

   Épreuve sportive

   • The 100-meter sprint is the most exciting event of the track meet.
   • She won a gold medal in the swimming event.
   • The Olympic Games feature many different events.

   Synonymesboutcompetitioncontestfixturegamematchmeetracetournament