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Commencement

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Meanings of Commencement

Noun

  • The start of something new.
  • A special day when students receive their diplomas after finishing school.
  • A ceremony where students graduate from school or college.

Explanation of the word: Commencement

Commencement is a special ceremony where people celebrate finishing school or college. It's like a big party to say 'Congratulations!' to everyone who graduated.

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Translations for the word: Commencement

hindi
समारोह

samaroh

शुरुआत

shuruaat

आरंभ

aarambh

   

Synonyms for the word: Commencement

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Commencement

What does 'commencement' mean?
Commencement means the beginning of something, like a ceremony that celebrates the end of school and the start of a new adventure.
How do you pronounce 'commencement'?
You pronounce 'commencement' like this: kuh-MENT-suhnt.
What is the origin of the word 'commencement'?
The word 'commencement' comes from the Latin word 'cominitiare', which means to begin.
What is the meaning of 'commencement' in Bengali?
The word 'commencement' in Bengali is 'শুরু' (Shuru).