Avril
April
Language note: Remember, in French, 'avril' is pronounced with a silent 'l'.
Culture note: In France, April Fools' Day is called 'Poisson d'Avril' (April Fish) where children stick paper fish to people's backs.
Context: They discuss spring holidays towards the end of March.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Avril
[ah-vreel]
April
The fourth month of the Gregorian calendar, known for showers that bring May flowers.
Mon anniversaire est en Avril.
My birthday is in April.
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