poème de Noël
The English phrase "Christmas poem" is translated into French as poème de Noël.
This phrase refers to a poem written specifically to celebrate the holiday of Christmas.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of poème (poem) and de Noël (of Christmas).
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase poème de Noël can be used for the singular "a Christmas poem" or to refer to the uncountable concept of "christmas poetry" depending on the context. To form the plural "christmas poems", add an s to the first word to get poèmes de Noël.
Did you know?
- The word Noël is a linguistic sibling of the English word 'natal'. Both derive from the Latin word nātālis, meaning 'birthday'.
Examples in context
- J'ai écrit un poème de Noël pour ma mère.I wrote a Christmas poem for my mother.
- Est-ce que tu aimes ce poème de Noël ?Do you like this Christmas poem?
- Elle cherche un poème de Noël très court.She is looking for a very short Christmas poem.
Example conversation
Nathan and Emma are looking at a school project.
- NathanRegarde ce beau poème de Noël, Emma.Look at this beautiful Christmas poem, Emma.
- EmmaIl est magnifique, Nathan !It is magnificent, Nathan!
- NathanTu penses qu'il est trop long ?Do you think it is too long?
- EmmaNon, il est parfait pour la fête.No, it is perfect for the holiday.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Noël, de, noël, poème, CC BY-SA 4.0.
