Event Planning Terms

noun a particular environment or surrounding atmosphere; the mood or feeling associated with a particular place, person, or thing

• The ambience of the restaurant was elegant and sophisticated, with soft lighting and classical music playing in the background.
• I love the ambience of this coffee shop, it's so cozy and inviting.
• The ambience at the party was lit, with music blasting and people dancing everywhere.
• The ambience of the forest was peaceful and calming, as if nature itself was whispering secrets to those who listened.

verb to be present at or take part in an event, meeting, or activity

• It is important to attend all scheduled meetings to stay informed.
• I plan to attend the party next weekend.
• I'm definitely gonna attend that concert, it's gonna be lit!
• She made sure to attend to every detail to ensure the project's success.

noun a person who is present at a specific event or location to provide assistance or service

adjective accompanying or attending as a circumstance or result

• The flight attendant ensured all passengers were seated and buckled in before takeoff.
• The attendant at the gas station was really friendly and helpful.
• I asked the attendant at the store if they had any more in the back.
• The attendant of chaos seemed to follow him wherever he went.

noun a large meal or feast, often in celebration of a special occasion

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• The annual company banquet will be held at the hotel ballroom.
• I'm looking forward to stuffing my face at the buffet at the banquet.
• The banquet last night was lit, the food was amazing!
• The banquet of knowledge provided by the conference was truly enriching.

verb to decorate or adorn something in a showy or gaudy manner

• The royal family decided to bedeck the palace with beautiful tapestries for the upcoming ball.
• She loves to bedeck her room with fairy lights and posters of her favorite band.
• Let's bedeck the party venue with streamers and balloons to make it more festive.
• His speech was bedecked with flowery language, but lacked substance.

noun a meal that combines breakfast and lunch, usually eaten in the late morning or early afternoon

• The hotel restaurant offers a delightful brunch menu every Sunday.
• Let's grab some brunch at that cute cafe down the street.
• Brunch is the perfect excuse for day drinking with friends.
• Brunch symbolizes a leisurely and indulgent way to start the day.

noun a small piece of bread or pastry with a savory topping, often served as an appetizer

• The caterers will be serving a selection of canapes during the cocktail hour.
• I love snacking on those tiny canapes at fancy parties.
• Let's grab some canapes and chill at the lounge.
• The artist's new exhibit was like a visual canape, offering small tastes of her larger body of work.

noun a young woman making her debut into society, typically at a formal event or ball

• The debutante made her grand entrance at the ball, wearing an elegant gown.
• Did you see the debutante's stunning dress at the party last night?
• That debutante is always dressed to the nines, she's so fancy!
• As a debutante in the world of finance, she made a splash with her innovative ideas.

noun a piece of cloth arranged in loose folds over a surface

verb to arrange (cloth or clothing) loosely or casually on or around something

• The elegant silk drape added a touch of sophistication to the room.
• She threw the drape over the couch to cover up the stain.
• I love how that drape totally pulls the room together.
• His words seemed to drape over her like a heavy cloak, weighing down her spirits.

noun a trademark for a brand of batteries or battery-powered devices

• The energizer is a device used to recharge batteries.
• I always carry an energizer in my bag in case my phone battery dies.
• Hey, can you pass me the energizer? My laptop is about to die.
• Exercise is like an energizer for the body, keeping you feeling refreshed and energized.

verb to provide amusement or enjoyment for someone

• The theater production was designed to entertain the audience with its captivating storyline.
• I love watching movies that entertain me and make me laugh.
• The comedian's jokes really entertained the crowd at the comedy club.
• The idea of going on a spontaneous road trip to entertain the thought of freedom and adventure.

noun a dish served as the main course of a meal

• The entree options at the restaurant included steak, salmon, and a vegetarian pasta dish.
• I'm not sure what to order for my entree, everything on the menu looks so good!
• I'm gonna dive into this entree like there's no tomorrow.
• Her acceptance speech was just the entree to her long and successful career in politics.

noun a person or group of people accompanying another for protection, guidance, or courtesy

verb to accompany or guide someone or something to a particular place

• The ambassador was accompanied by an official escort to the diplomatic event.
• I hired an escort to accompany me to the company party.
• Let's get an escort to take us to the concert.
• Courage acted as his escort through the challenging times.

noun a person whose job is to do various small and usually boring jobs for other people

• The gofer was responsible for running errands and assisting with administrative tasks in the office.
• I asked the gofer to grab me a coffee while they were out.
• The gofer is always the one who gets stuck with all the grunt work.
• In this company, the new interns are treated like gofers, doing all the menial tasks for the senior staff.

noun A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals, and other guest services

• The hotel we stayed at during our business trip was very luxurious and well-appointed.
• I love staying at hotels because I don't have to worry about cooking or cleaning.
• Let's crash at a hotel tonight instead of driving all the way back home.
• His mind was like a hotel with many rooms, each one filled with different memories and thoughts.

verb present participle of the verb 'invite'

adjective appealing or attractive; welcoming

• The hostess greeted us with an inviting smile as we entered the elegant dinner party.
• The cozy cafe down the street has an inviting atmosphere perfect for studying or catching up with friends.
• The new club in town has an inviting vibe that makes you want to dance all night long.
• The novel's descriptive language created an inviting world that readers couldn't help but get lost in.

noun a list of dishes available at a restaurant

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• The restaurant offers a diverse menu with options for every dietary preference.
• Hey, have you checked out the menu at that new place down the street?
• I'm starving, let's grab some grub from the menu at that spot we love.
• When faced with a difficult decision, sometimes it helps to think of life as a menu with many choices.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to indicate whether a noun is specific or unspecific

• As a gesture of goodwill, the restaurant offered us a complimentary dessert on the house.
• The bartender gave us a round of shots on the house for being regular customers.
• The server hooked us up with some extra fries on the house.
• The company decided to cover the cost of the team building retreat, so it was essentially on the house.

verb to arrange or direct the elements of a situation to produce a desired effect

• The conductor will orchestrate the performance of the symphony.
• She's the one who orchestrates all the family gatherings.
• I heard he's the one orchestrating the whole operation.
• He was able to orchestrate a beautiful painting with just a few brush strokes.

noun A group of people working together in a structured way for a specific purpose

adjective Relating to or characteristic of an organization

• The organization is dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability.
• The organization is all about helping out the community.
• That organization is doing some really cool stuff.
• The organization is like a well-oiled machine, everything runs smoothly.

noun the action of reserving something

• I would like to make a reservation for two at your restaurant for this Saturday evening.
• Hey, can you book a table for me and my friend at that new restaurant on Friday night?
• I need to snag a spot at that popular brunch place for Sunday morning.
• Making a reservation in advance is like securing your spot in line for a popular event.

noun a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks, especially beer, are served on tap

• The brewery's taproom offers a wide selection of craft beers for patrons to enjoy.
• Let's meet up at the taproom for a few drinks after work.
• I heard the taproom has some killer brews on tap tonight.
• The taproom is where ideas flow as freely as the beer.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to indicate definiteness or indefiniteness of a noun

• The new highway project is currently under construction.
• Sorry, the website is still under construction.
• The new skate park is still a work in progress.
• Her career plans are still under construction, but she's making progress.

verb to make something neat, stylish, or attractive by improving its appearance

• The interior decorator was hired to spiff up the office space before the big meeting.
• Let's spiff up the living room before our guests arrive.
• I need to spiff up my outfit before heading out to the party.
• She decided to spiff up her resume before applying for the new job.

noun A designated area or section at an event, typically a sports event, where fans can gather to socialize and support their team

• The fanzone at the stadium is equipped with big screens for fans to watch the game together.
• Let's meet up at the fanzone before the match starts.
• The fanzone is lit, we should definitely hang out there during halftime.
• The city center becomes a fanzone during major sports events, with everyone showing their team spirit.

noun a flat, rectangular cake baked in a large, shallow pan and typically frosted

• The bakery offers a selection of sheet cakes for special occasions.
• I'm bringing a sheet cake to the party tonight.
• Let's grab a sheet cake for the potluck.
• The project was a sheet cake compared to the upcoming challenge.

noun bar

• The hotel lobby features a beverage bar where guests can enjoy a variety of drinks.
• Let's meet at the beverage bar for a quick drink before heading out.
• I'll grab us some drinks from the beverage bar, no worries.
• The new library is like a beverage bar for knowledge, offering a wide selection of books to quench your intellectual thirst.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to indicate whether a noun is specific or unspecific

• The project being completed on time is now off the cards due to unforeseen delays.
• Our plans for a weekend getaway are off the cards because of the bad weather forecast.
• Looks like that party is off the cards now that the venue got shut down.
• His hopes of getting a promotion this year are completely off the cards after missing multiple deadlines.

noun a person who books or arranges something, especially a performer or artist for a public event

• The booker for the event is responsible for coordinating all the talent and scheduling.
• Hey, did you hear that Sarah got a job as a booker for a modeling agency?
• I heard the booker at that club is super chill and always hooks it up with free drinks.
• As the booker of the family, Sarah always organized and planned all the gatherings and trips.

verb to add or wear accessories to enhance the appearance of something

• Accessorizing plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall look of an outfit.
• I love accessorizing my outfits with fun jewelry and scarves.
• She's a pro at accessorizing her outfits to make them pop.
• In a way, accessorizing is like adding the finishing touches to a masterpiece.

noun a line indicating the availability of lodging or housing options

• The hotel receptionist informed us that the accommodation line was full for the weekend.
• I tried calling the accommodation line but no one answered.
• I'm gonna hit up the accommodation line to book a room for the trip.
• In order to secure a spot in the workshop, you need to get in the accommodation line early.

noun a small airport or airfield used mainly for light aircraft

• The acrodrome was built to accommodate small aircraft for training purposes.
• Let's meet at the acrodrome for some plane spotting.
• I heard there's a cool acrodrome nearby where you can watch pilots do tricks.
• Her mind was like a busy acrodrome, with thoughts and ideas constantly taking off and landing.

noun the Danish word for 'evening'

adverb in the evening

• Vi mødtes til en elegant middag i aften.
• Skal vi ses i aften og se en film?
• Jeg er helt smadret efter aften i går.
• Efter mange års hårdt arbejde, er det endelig aften i min karriere.

adjective describing a time period after 5 o'clock, typically referring to evening activities or events

• Many professionals attend after-five networking events to expand their business connections.
• Let's grab some drinks at the after-five happy hour downtown.
• I'm always down for some after-five shenanigans with the crew.
• After-five is when the real fun begins, away from the constraints of the workday.