Juillet (en. July)

/ʒɥijɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The month of July, characterized by summer holidays and high temperatures.
We’re going on vacation in July.
Nous partons en vacances en juillet.
The month that follows June and precedes August.
July is known for its music festivals.
Juillet est connu pour ses festivals de musique.
Generally warm weather in the northern hemisphere.
It is very hot in July.
Il fait très chaud en juillet.

Etymology

From the Latin 'Julius' in homage to Julius Caesar.

Common Phrases and Expressions

July is the month of vacations.
Corresponds to the period when many people go on holiday.
juillet est le mois des vacances
Indian summer in July.
Warm weather in October, but often mentioned in July.
été indien de juillet
Sunny July.
Phrase describing a July with plenty of sunshine.
juillet ensoleillé

Related Words

August
Eighth month of the year that follows July.
août
Julyist
A person who enjoys holidays in July.
juilletiste
Julyien
Related to the month of July.
juilletien

Slang Meanings

July, the month of idleness.
During the month of July, everyone seeks to relax.
Durant le mois de juillet, tout le monde cherche à se détendre.
Less intense than July.
It is said to be less hot in July than in August.
On dit qu'il fait moins chaud en juillet qu'en août.