Désormais (en. From now on)

/dezɔʁmɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Indicates a change in situation from a given moment.
From now on, I will study every day.
Désormais, je vais étudier tous les jours.
Used to signify a new beginning or a new habit.
From now on, we will pay attention to our energy consumption.
Désormais, nous ferons attention à notre consommation d'énergie.
Means that something is now established or accepted.
From now on, this rule is in effect.
Désormais, cette règle est en vigueur.

Etymology

The word 'from now on' comes from Old French 'desormais', consisting of the prefix 'de-' and 'sormais', which means 'from this moment on'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

From now on and forever
Indicates that something will remain true forever.
Désormais et pour toujours
From now on, it's decided
Means that a decision has been made and nothing will change.
Désormais, c'est décidé
From now on, we must act
Means that it's time to start taking action.
Désormais, il faut agir

Related Words

henceforth
Indicates a change that takes effect from this moment.
dorénavant
from this moment on
Expresses the beginning of a new period or state.
à partir de maintenant

Slang Meanings

From this moment on.
Well, from now on, I'm doing what I want.
Eh bien, désormais, je fais ce que je veux.
It's over, no turning back.
From now on, you are fully committed.
Désormais, tu es engagé à 100%.