Dimanches (en. Sundays)
/dimãʃ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
The day of the week that follows Saturday.
Every Sunday, I go to church.
Chaque dimanche, je vais à l'église.
Traditionally considered a day of rest.
Sundays are often synonymous with relaxation.
Les dimanches sont souvent synonymes de détente.
A day when one can spend time with family.
Sunday brunches are a great opportunity to get together.
Les brunchs du dimanche sont une excellente occasion de se retrouver.
Etymology
Comes from the Latin 'dies Dominicus', meaning 'day of the Lord'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
next Sunday
The Sunday that follows this one.
dimanche prochain
during Sunday
During the day of Sunday.
pendant le dimanche
to rest on Sunday
Taking time to relax on that day.
se reposer le dimanche
Related Words
weekend
Period of two days from Saturday until Sunday evening.
week-end
rest
Time for pause, inactivity, or relaxation.
repos
Sunday activity
Activity carried out on Sunday.
activité dominicale
Slang Meanings
Lazy Sunday
Today is a lazy Sunday, I'm doing nothing.
Aujourd'hui, c'est dimanche de farniente, je ne fais rien.
Rainy Sunday
A rainy Sunday, perfect for staying under the blanket.
Un dimanche pluvieux, parfait pour rester sous la couverture.