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bridegroom

Noun

Definitions

1. bridegroom

This noun refers specifically to a groom — the man getting married at a wedding ceremony. It is typically paired with 新婦 (bride) and appears in wedding-related contexts such as announcements, invitations, and ceremonies.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The ceremony was briefly halted due to the groom arriving late.

Sentence 2

A relative was surprised, saying "apparently the groom can cook too."

Sentence 3

The photographer said, "Groom, could you tuck your chin in just a little?"

Sentence 4

I confirmed with them: "What do we do if the groom doesn't show up?"

Sentence 5

Why am I the one playing the groom? I'm totally out of place here.