réveillon
Christmas Eve dinner; New Year's Eve dinner
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ʁe.vɛ.jɔ̃/
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Cultural Note
The réveillon is one of the most important French culinary traditions. The word comes from 'réveiller' (to wake up), as the meal extends past midnight. The Christmas réveillon typically features foie gras, oysters, and bûche de Noël, while the New Year's réveillon often includes champagne and dancing.
📝 Example Sentences
Le réveillon de Noël est un moment sacré en famille.
The Christmas Eve dinner is a sacred family moment.
Pour le réveillon du Nouvel An, nous allons chez des amis.
For the New Year's Eve dinner, we're going to friends' house.