relâche scolaire
The English phrase march break is translated into French as relâche scolaire.
relâche scolaire is used to describe a scheduled break from school that occurs during the month of March.
Which one should you use?
relâche scolaire is a general term meaning school break, whereas relâche de mars is used to specifically specify the month of March.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec, Canada, the term relâche de mars is commonly used to refer to the March break.
Did you know?
- While relâche is used for the March break in Quebec, speakers in France would find the term confusing and instead use vacances de printemps to describe the spring holiday.
- In the world of theater, a relâche refers to a 'dark night', which is a scheduled night when no performance takes place at all.
- The word relâche in this context derives from an old sense of 'loosening' or 'relaxing' a grip, implying a loosening of the strict academic grip on students.
Examples in context
- On va organiser une fête pendant les vacances de printemps .We are planning a party during Spring Break.
- La relâche scolaire est en mars.March break is in March.
- Les enfants adorent la relâche scolaire.Children love march break.
- Quels sont tes plans pour la relâche scolaire ?What are your plans for march break?
Example conversation
Two students are discussing their vacation plans at school.
- NathanTu fais quoi pendant la relâche scolaire, Emma ?What are you doing during March break, Emma?
- EmmaJe vais visiter mes grands-parents.I am going to visit my grandparents.
- NathanC'est super ! Moi, je reste ici.That's great! I'm staying here.
- EmmaTu vas bien te reposer pendant la relâche scolaire.You will get plenty of rest during March break.
