1.
bridegroom, groom
A man on his wedding day or who has recently married. Used in formal and ceremonial contexts, especially in wedding speeches and announcements.
Usage
A formal term used at weddings and in ceremonial contexts. In everyday conversation, 花婿 is more common. Almost always paired with 新婦 (bride) in the set phrase 新郎新婦 (bride and groom).
Common collocations
- 新郎新婦: the bride and groom
- 新郎の挨拶: the groom's greeting/speech
- 新郎側: the groom's side (of the family/guests)