congé civique
The English phrase "civic holiday" is translated into French as congé civique.
congé civique refers to a public holiday designated by a government for citizens to celebrate a civic event.
Did you know?
- Beyond holidays, congé is a technical architectural term describing a curved transition between two surfaces, like a rounded corner on a molding.
- The word congé can be used as a polite but firm way to dismiss someone. To donner congé to a tenant means to legally terminate their lease and tell them to leave.
- In French law, a jour férié is not automatically a day off from work. Whether a worker actually gets a congé depends on the specific collective agreement or the employer's decision.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are discussing their work schedules.
- GabrielEst-ce que tu travailles pendant le congé civique ?Are you working during the civic holiday?
- ChloéNon, je prends ma journée, Gabriel.No, I'm taking the day off, Gabriel.
- GabrielMoi aussi, je vais me reposer.Me too, I am going to rest.
- ChloéC'est une excellente idée, Chloé.That is a great idea, Chloé.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries civique, congé, CC BY-SA 4.0.
