boda de destino
/boda de destino/from spelling rules
To say destination wedding in Spanish, use boda de destino.
boda de destino is a wedding held away from the couple's hometown, often at a beach or another travel spot, with the guests traveling to attend.
What does it mean word for word?
boda means wedding and de destino means of destination.
How do you pronounce it?
boda de destino is pronounced /boda de destino/.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, weddings are traditionally massive affairs involving extended family and neighbors, making the concept of a boda de destino a modern shift toward more intimate guest lists.
- The word destino in Spanish can mean both a physical 'destination' and one's 'fate' or 'destiny', adding a poetic layer to the phrase.
- Depending on the country, a wedding guest might be expected to bring a sobre or envelope containing cash, which is a common way to handle gifts regardless of whether the wedding is local or a boda de destino.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are discussing their wedding plans.
- JavierLucía, ¿qué te parece una boda de destino?Lucía, what do you think about a destination wedding?
- LucíaMe encanta la idea, Javier.I love the idea, Javier.
- JavierPodríamos ir a una playa en el Caribe.We could go to a beach in the Caribbean.
- LucíaSería el lugar perfecto para nosotros.It would be the perfect place for us.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
