Rite Of Passage

Pronunciation: /raɪt əv ˈpæsɪdʒ/

Definitions of rite of passage

noun a ceremony or event marking an important stage in someone's life, especially birth, puberty, marriage, and death

Example Sentences

A1 A rite of passage is a traditional ceremony marking a significant life event.

A2 In some cultures, a rite of passage is necessary for a person to be considered an adult.

B1 Many societies have specific rituals that serve as a rite of passage for young people.

B2 Participating in a rite of passage can help individuals transition from one stage of life to another.

C1 The significance of a rite of passage varies greatly across different cultures and traditions.

C2 Anthropologists study the role of rites of passage in shaping social structures and individual identities.

Examples of rite of passage in a Sentence

formal The graduation ceremony is considered a rite of passage for students transitioning into adulthood.

informal Turning 21 and legally being able to drink is seen as a rite of passage for many young adults.

slang Getting your driver's license is a rite of passage for teenagers.

figurative Overcoming a difficult challenge can be a rite of passage in one's personal growth.

Grammatical Forms of rite of passage

• plural: rites of passage
• comparative: more significant rite of passage
• superlative: most significant rite of passage
• present tense: is a rite of passage
• future tense: will be a rite of passage
• perfect tense: has been a rite of passage
• continuous tense: is experiencing a rite of passage
• singular: rite of passage
• positive degree: very important rite of passage
• infinitive: to experience a rite of passage
• gerund: experiencing a rite of passage
• participle: a rite of passage experienced

Origin and Evolution of rite of passage

First Known Use: 1909 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The term 'rite of passage' originated from the French anthropologist Arnold van Gennep in his work 'Les rites de passage' published in 1909.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of anthropological studies to describe rituals marking key transitions in a person's life, the term 'rite of passage' has since been adopted in broader contexts to signify any significant transitional experience or event.