What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
jubilee
Example
The church is celebrating its jubilee this year. [jubilee: noun]
Example
The people danced and sang in jubilee at the end of the war. [jubilee: adjective]
celebration
Example
We had a big celebration for my sister's graduation. [celebration: noun]
Example
The team celebrated their victory with a parade. [celebrated: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Celebration is a more commonly used word than jubilee in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between jubilee and celebration?
Jubilee is often associated with formal or religious contexts, while celebration can be used in both formal and informal settings.
