Mitfeiern

Mitfeiern is a German verb meaning to participate in a celebration together with others, to celebrate something in the company of others rather than alone. The word is a compound of mit (with) and feiern (to celebrate). It is a separable verb: in the present tense one says ich feiere mit, and in the perfect tense it appears as mitgefeiert (Wir haben mitgefeiert).

Usage is focused on joining in at events such as birthdays, weddings, festivals, or informal gatherings. It can take a direct reference to people or to the event: Wir feiern heute mit der Familie den Geburtstag, Wir feiern mit dir die Hochzeit. The construction can also emphasize the participation by saying Wir feiern gemeinsam, oder Wir feiern zusammen.

Nuance and register: Mitfeiern conveys inclusion and active participation, highlighting the social aspect of celebrations. It is appropriate in both informal and semi-formal contexts, and it can be used with various partners, such as mit Freunden, mit Kollegen, or mit der Nachbarschaft.

Related terms include mitmachen (to participate in, take part) and dabei sein (to be present, to be there). In usage, mitfeiern often appears in descriptions of communal life and social routines in German-speaking regions, where celebrating together is a common element of family life, festivals, and communal events.