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US/əˈkeɪ.ʒən/
UK/əˈkeɪ.ʒən/
a time when something happens, or a special event or celebration
In context
I only wear a suit on special occasions like weddings.
On several occasions, he arrived late to work without a reason.
Tet is the most important family occasion of the year.
Words that go with occasion
adjective + noun
- special occasionWe only eat at that restaurant on special occasions.
- happy occasionA wedding is always a happy occasion.
noun + preposition
- on occasionOn occasion, I work from home.
- on several occasionsShe has been warned on several occasions.
verb + noun
- rise to the occasionThe young team rose to the occasion in the final.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have an occasion to study abroad.Correct: I have an opportunity to study abroad.