D'août (en. From august)

/d‿otu/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The month of August is the time for summer vacations for many.
We are going on August vacation.
Nous partons en vacances d'août.
In France, August is often associated with the closure of businesses.
Many stores are closed in August.
De nombreux magasins sont fermés en d'août.
August can also mean the period of summer heat.
Temperatures are very high during August.
Les températures sont très élevées durant d'août.

Etymology

From the Latin 'Augustus', a name given in honor of Emperor Augustus.

Common Phrases and Expressions

August holidays
Period of leave during the month of August.
Vacances d'août
August heat
The intense heat characteristic of the month of August.
Chaleur d'août
August heatwave
A weather event where the temperature becomes unbearable.
Coup de chaleur d'août

Related Words

summer
The summer season, a period that includes the month of August.
été
vacation
Time off or rest during the month of August for many.
vacances
work
Professional obligations often put on hold during this month.
travail

Slang Meanings

August is sometimes used to refer to a break period.
After July, we are all a bit August.
Après juillet, on est tous un peu d'août.
Refers to a person who is enjoying vacation.
He's in August mode, always relaxed!
Il est en mode d'août, toujours détendu!