plus qu'un jour
The English phrase "one day left" can be expressed in French as plus qu'un jour.
This phrase is used to indicate that only one day remains before a specific event occurs.
Did you know?
- If a French speaker is counting down to an event and reaches the final 24 hours, they might simply say J-1. This notation is used across France for everything from rocket launches to the start of school holidays.
- Unlike English, which uses 'day' for both a 24-hour period and a daylight period, French often switches between jour and journée. The latter is used when the speaker wants to emphasize the duration or the activities happening within that one day left.
- While 'one day left' focuses on the duration, using plus qu'un jour often carries a sense of relief or wayward excitement, implying that the wait is almost over.
Examples in context
- Il ne reste plus qu'un jour avant la réunion importante.There is only one day left before the important meeting.
- Il ne reste qu'une journée avant le délai final.There is only one day left before the deadline.
- Il ne reste plus qu'un jour avant le départ.There is only one day left before departure.
- Il ne reste plus qu'un jour avant mon examen.There is only one day left before my exam.
- Il ne reste plus qu'un jour avant les vacances !There is only one day left before the holidays!
Example conversation
Emma and Lucas are talking about an upcoming concert.
- EmmaIl ne reste plus qu'un jour avant le concert, Lucas !There is only one day left before the concert, Lucas!
- LucasC'est vrai, je suis tellement impatient.It's true, I am so impatient.
- EmmaTu as déjà préparé tes affaires ?Have you already prepared your things?
- LucasOui, tout est prêt pour demain.Yes, everything is ready for tomorrow.
