occasion

UK
/əˈkeɪʒən/
US
/əˈkeɪʒən/
occasionnoun
occasions
pl
UK
/əˈkeɪʒən/
US
/əˈkeɪʒən/
Translations
This is a special occasion for our family.
Это особый случай для нашей семьи.
We need a good occasion to celebrate.
Нам нужен хороший повод, чтобы отпраздновать.
The occasion was a grand success.
Мероприятие прошло с большим успехом.
Additional translations
Definitions
A particular event or happening, especially one of importance.
The wedding was a grand occasion attended by hundreds of guests.
A suitable or opportune time for doing something.
She took the occasion to thank everyone for their support.
A reason or cause for something.
The occasion for the meeting was to discuss the new project.
occasionverb
occasioned
Past Simple
occasioned
Past Participle
occasioning
Gerund
UK
/əˈkeɪʒən/
US
/əˈkeɪʒən/
Translations
The new policy may occasion some changes in the company.
Новая политика может вызвать некоторые изменения в компании.
послужить причиной
His remarks occasioned a heated debate.
Его замечания послужили причиной оживлённой дискуссии.
Additional translations
дать начало
повлечь за собой
Definitions
To cause something to happen or bring about an event.
The new policy occasioned a lot of debate among the staff.
occasionadjective
UK
/əˈkeɪʒən/
US
/əˈkeɪʒən/
Used attributively before another noun to denote something intended for or suited to a special event (e.g., "occasion wear")
Definitions
Intended for or suitable to be worn or used on a special event or celebration.
She bought an occasion dress for the gala.