La semaine prochaine
Next week
Language note: Note the similarity to 'mardi prochain', with 'prochain' meaning 'next'.
Culture note: In France, it's common to plan activities or appointments 'la semaine prochaine' for better availability.
Context: Marie looks ahead to their plans and mentions what’s happening after their current week.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
La
[lah]
The
Definite article used to specify a noun.
La semaine prochaine, je vais en vacances.
Next week, I am going on vacation.
semaine
[suh-men]
week
A period of seven consecutive days.
La semaine prochaine, je vais en vacances.
Next week, I am going on vacation.
prochaine
[proh-shen]
next
Referring to the time following the present one.
La semaine prochaine, je vais en vacances.
Next week, I am going on vacation.
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