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How to Say "Friday" in French
Learn 'vendredi', the French word for Friday, and how to use it in everyday conversations about the end of the week.
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Use 'vendredi' when talking about plans for the upcoming Friday, or recalling an event that happened last Friday. For example, 'On se voit vendredi ?' (See you Friday?) or 'J'ai mangé au restaurant vendredi dernier.' (I ate at a restaurant last Friday.)
Alternatives
- ce vendrediUse this to specifically mean 'this coming Friday'.
- vendredi prochainUse this to clarify 'next Friday', if 'this Friday' has already passed or is too soon.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 'd'
The 'd' in 'vendredi' is often silent or very lightly pronounced, especially at the end of the word.
The nasal vowel
The 'en' sound in 'vendredi' is a nasal vowel, made by letting air pass through your nose and mouth simultaneously.
A small cultural note
In France, Friday evenings are often seen as the start of the weekend, with many people going out with friends or colleagues after work.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say 'Happy Friday' in French?
There isn't a direct, commonly used equivalent of 'Happy Friday'. You might say 'Bon vendredi !' but it's not as standard as 'Bonne journée' (Have a good day).
What's the difference between vendredi and ce vendredi?
'Vendredi' is just Friday. 'Ce vendredi' specifically means 'this Friday', referring to the upcoming one.
How do French people refer to last Friday?
You would say 'vendredi dernier' to mean 'last Friday'.
What are the 7 days of the week in French?
The 7 days of the week in French are: lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi, vendredi, samedi, and dimanche.
Why is Friday called vendredi?
The name 'vendredi' comes from the Latin 'Veneris dies', meaning 'Day of Venus'.
How do you say 'Happy Friday' in French?
You can say 'Bon vendredi' to wish someone a Happy Friday.
What is Friday in French slang?
While 'vendredi' is the standard term, slang for Friday is less common and context-dependent.
