1.
award ceremony; commendation ceremony; prize-giving ceremony
A formal event where awards, prizes, or commendations are given to recognize achievement. Common in sports, academics, and workplaces.
表彰式に出席する。
To attend an award ceremony.
表彰式で金メダルを授与された。
A gold medal was awarded at the ceremony.
大会の最後に表彰式が行われ、優勝者にトロフィーが贈られた。
An award ceremony was held at the end of the tournament, and the champion was presented with a trophy.
A compound of 表彰 (commendation, public recognition) and 式 (ceremony). 表彰 itself combines 表 (express, show) and 彰 (make clear, praise).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 表彰式を行う — to hold an award ceremony
- 表彰式に出席する — to attend an award ceremony
- 表彰台 — award podium
- 表彰状 — certificate of commendation
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 授賞式 — prize-giving ceremony (specifically for prizes)
- 卒業式 — graduation ceremony
- 式典 — ceremony (more general, formal)