慶弔
Meanings
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congratulations and condolences
Formal term covering both celebratory and mourning occasions. Often used in contexts like 慶弔電報 (congratulatory/condolence telegrams) or 慶弔行事 (ceremonial events).
At the company, prescribed leave is granted for occasions of congratulations or condolences.
I look up sample texts for congratulatory and condolence telegrams.
Usage patterns
- 慶弔にかかわらずregardless of whether it's a celebration or a mourning occasion
Regardless of whether it's a celebration or a bereavement, the company prepares a gift of money.
- 〈人〉に慶弔費を支給するto pay someone a congratulation/condolence allowance
The company pays employees a congratulation/condolence allowance.
- 慶弔電報を送るto send a congratulatory or condolence telegram
I sent a congratulatory telegram for my friend's wedding.