BraveSpeaking: Special Occasions

Noun a special day of celebration when most people don't have to work

holiday
The Fourth of July is a national holiday in the U.S.

Noun the date on which a couple was married in a previous year

anniversary
For our one year anniversary we dressed up and had a limo drive us to a fancy restaurant!

Noun an organized gathering of people who have not been together for a long time

reunion
We stood together for a photo at our family reunion. Uncle Ollie took the picture.

Noun a celebration of the near or recent birth of a child where gifts are given to the parents

baby shower
Our family and friends gave us a baby shower. Their love and support mean a lot to us!

Noun the day when someone was born or the anniversary of that day

birthday
Happy Birthday Ahim! Blow out the candles so we can eat the cake!

Phrase agree to be married

got engaged
Did you hear? Lauren and Kenny got engaged! When is the wedding?

Verb to earn a degree or diploma from a school, college, or university

graduated
Hooray! After years of classes, exams, and papers, we've finally graduated!

Noun a special celebration held to mark the opening of a new business or public place

grand opening
It's the grand opening of our family's restaurant. It looks like it will be a success!

Noun the act of raising in rank or position at an organization

promotion
I just got a promotion! I have more responsibility now, and better pay!

Verb stop working, usually upon reaching an age where you don't need or want to work

retire
Our coworker is retiring next week. We're going to throw her a party and make her wear this crown!