Semaine
Week
Language note: The word 'semaine' comes from Latin 'septimana', meaning 'seven mornings'.
Culture note: The typical French workweek runs from Monday to Friday, although some is workplaces vary.
Context: Marie suggests they review their schedule for the whole set of seven days.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Semaine
[suh-men]
Week
A period of seven days, typically starting with Monday in France.
La nouvelle semaine commence aujourd'hui.
The new week starts today.
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