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    Soir (en. Evening)

    /swaʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The period of time that begins at the end of the afternoon and ends at midnight.
    We have an appointment this evening.
    Nous avons un rendez-vous ce soir.
    A social event that takes place in the evening.
    There is a party this evening at Marie's.
    Il y a une fête ce soir chez Marie.
    The light or activities of the night.
    In the evening, the stars begin to shine.
    Le soir, les étoiles commencent à briller.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'serum', meaning 'late'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    good evening
    Greeting used in the evening.
    bonsoir
    this evening
    Refers to the current evening.
    ce soir
    evening party
    Meeting or event organized in the evening.
    soirée

    Related Words

    morning
    Period of time between sunrise and noon.
    matin
    afternoon
    Period of time that follows the morning.
    après-midi
    night
    Period of time between sunset and sunrise.
    nuit

    Slang Meanings

    Night out with friends.
    We're going to have an evening.
    On va faire une soirée.
    Festive event.
    Tonight is the big party!
    Ce soir, c'est la grosse soirée!