Graduation
grad-yoo-AY-shun /ˌɡrædʒuˈeɪʃn/
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What it really means
The ceremony where your degree is formally awarded — gowns, caps, a walk across a stage, photos. Usually in July. You often need to book your place and hire the gown in advance, and guest tickets are limited.
Chinese explanation
毕业典礼：穿学位袍、戴方帽、上台领证、拍照，通常在七月。一般要提前报名并租学位袍，亲友票有限。
Example conversation
A: Are your parents coming over for graduation?
B: Yes! I've booked their guest tickets already.
A：你父母来参加毕业典礼吗？
B：来！我已经订好亲友票了。
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