Nouvel An
New Year
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/nu.vɛl ɑ̃/
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Cultural Note
The French New Year's Eve celebration is called 'la Saint-Sylvestre.' It is customary to exchange wishes ('vœux') throughout January. The traditional greeting is 'Bonne année, bonne santé' (Happy New Year, good health).
📝 Example Sentences
Bonne année et bonne santé ! C'est le Nouvel An !
Happy New Year and good health! It's New Year!
Pour le Nouvel An, on boit du champagne à minuit.
For New Year, we drink champagne at midnight.