How to Say "Halloween" in French

Halloween

/a.lɔ.win/

The English word "Halloween" is Halloween in French.

The term refers to the holiday on October 31st.

Meaning: October 31st (name)

Is it said differently in some regions?

In Quebec, Canada, the term Halloween is predominantly used.

Halloween is a masculine noun. When referring to the holiday itself, it is most commonly used without an article.

The pronunciation is /a.lɔ.win/. It has 3 syllables.

While Halloween is widely celebrated in France, some traditionalists view it as an 'Anglo-Saxon' import that competes with la Toussaint, the All Saints' Day holiday on November 1st.
French speakers often use the verb se déguiser when talking about Halloween, which literally means 'to disguise oneself' rather than 'to dress up'.
French has no single word for the 'trick' part of 'trick or treat', often translating the concept as un tour ou une friandise.

C'est quand, Halloween ?
When is Halloween?
This sentence is useful for asking about the date of Halloween.
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Halloween n'est pas loin.
Halloween is around the corner.
This sentence is useful for stating that Halloween is approaching.
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Es-tu prêt pour Halloween ?
Are you ready for Halloween?
This sentence is useful for asking if someone is prepared for Halloween.
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J'ai hâte d'organiser une soirée des horreurs le soir d'Halloween.
I'm excited to host a night of horrors on Halloween evening.
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Léa and Hugo are talking about party preparations in a cafe.

Léa

On organise une fête pour Halloween ?
Are we organizing a party for Halloween?
Hugo

Oui, j'adore Halloween !
Yes, I love Halloween!
Léa

Tu vas te déguiser ?
Are you going to dress up?
Hugo

Bien sûr, je prépare mon costume.
Of course, I am preparing my costume.

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