English Dictionary

blessed event

名詞

婉語 慣用表現

(idiomatic, euphemistic) The birth of a baby. / (idiomatic, sometimes humorous or ironical) An occurrence or occasion which is particularly noteworthy and enjoyable.

日本語の意味

赤ちゃんの誕生 / 特に注目すべき、または楽しい出来事

When Sarah announced she was expecting, everyone celebrated the blessed event with a surprise shower.

サラが妊娠を発表したとき、みんなは驚きのベビーシャワーで赤ちゃんの誕生を祝いました。

意味（1）

(idiomatic, euphemistic) The birth of a baby.

Alexander Loudon, Netherlands Minister to the U.S., when asked if the blessed event was in prospect, hedged: A royal child born on the soil of freedom-loving America would be both a blessing and a good omen.

意味（2）

(idiomatic, sometimes humorous or ironical) An occurrence or occasion which is particularly noteworthy and enjoyable.

Mr. Spenlow told me this day week was Dora's birthday, and he would be glad if I would come down and join a little picnic on the occasion. . . . I think I committed every possible absurdity in the way of preparation for this blessed event.

blessed events （ plural ）