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How to Say "Saturday" in French
Learn 'samedi' for Saturday in French. Perfect for planning weekend activities and social events.
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Use 'samedi' when talking about the sixth day of the week. It's essential for making plans, like 'On se voit samedi ?' (See you Saturday?).
Alternatives
- ce samediUse this to specifically mean 'this coming Saturday'.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 'd'
The 'd' at the end of 'samedi' is pronounced, unlike many final consonants in French.
Silent 's'
The 's' at the beginning of 'samedi' is pronounced, not silent like in many French words.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say this Saturday in French?
To specify this coming Saturday, use 'ce samedi'. This distinguishes it from any other Saturday.
What's the difference between samedi and dimanche?
'Samedi' is Saturday, and 'dimanche' is Sunday. They are the two days of the weekend.
Is samedi a formal word?
No, 'samedi' is the standard, neutral word for Saturday. You can use it in any context, formal or informal.
What do you call Saturday in French?
Saturday in French is Samedi. It is pronounced sah-muh-DEE.
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.
What are the days of the week in French?
The days of the week in French are Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi, Samedi, and Dimanche.
