Festumzug

festive procession, parade

noun FEST-um-tsook Rare

Usage Note

Festumzug is a ceremonial procession held as part of a festival, whether secular (Schützenfest, Volksfest) or religious (Fronleichnam). Participants often wear traditional costumes. Related: Festzug, Umzug.

Examples

"Der Festumzug durch die Altstadt zog Tausende von Zuschauern an."

Natural Translation

The festive procession through the old town attracted thousands of spectators.

Literal Translation

The festive-procession through the old-town drew thousands of spectators.

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