Congratulations! You’re engaged, and you can finally start planning that dream wedding you’ve always wanted. Now, you can enter the world of wedding planning–the guest list makings, venue scoutings, cake tastings, and dress fittings are just a few of the new activities for every bride-to-be. But it’s not just the activities that will be new–there will be some things that will take on a completely different meaning once you start planning your wedding. But before you start tripping over your words, we’ve got a simple glossary of terms to help you out!

What most people think it means: a type or form of dance

What it means when planning your wedding: a veil length, specifically until your calves

What most people think it means: a device that is used to charge your phone or laptop

What it means when planning your wedding: a large plate used as a base in table settings

What most people think it means: a group of nations or peoples ruled by a single authority

What it means when planning your wedding: a type of waist line for dresses

What most people think it means: an act of kindness

What it means when planning your wedding: a token or giveaway

What most people think it means: a large disorderly crowd

What it means when planning your wedding: Mother-of-the-Bride

What most people think it means: to sign up for something

What it means when planning your wedding: to choose the gifts you want people to give you for your wedding

What most people think it means: to take a bath

What it means when planning your wedding: a small party (usually for the bride) to celebrate her upcoming wedding

What most people think it means: a term of endearment

What it means when planning your wedding: a kind of neckline for dresses

What most people think it means: a form of transportation

What it means when planning your wedding: the long back portion of a dress

Hope we helped you learn some crucial wedding lingo while planning for your big day! There might be more words that’ll sound unfamiliar to you as you go along. When that happens, don’t hesitate to ask your suppliers or friends who have been married before. It’s always better to clarify than to get lost in translation! Enjoy planning!