huit mai
Victory in Europe Day (May 8th)
Advanced Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ɥit mɛ/
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Cultural Note
May 8th, 1945, marks the German surrender and the end of WWII in Europe. It became a permanent public holiday in France in 1982 under President Mitterrand. Ceremonies similar to those on November 11th are held at war memorials across the country.
📝 Example Sentences
Le huit mai commémore la fin de la Seconde Guerre mondiale en Europe.
May 8th commemorates the end of World War II in Europe.
Le huit mai est un jour férié et de commémoration.
May 8th is a public holiday and a day of remembrance.