Bon après-midi
Good afternoon
Language note: Not as commonly used as 'bonjour'.
Culture note: Typically used when leaving someplace in the afternoon.
Context: The morning has passed and it is now afternoon.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Bon
[bohn]
Good
Used to express good wishes on meeting or parting all day.
Bon après-midi à tous !
Good afternoon to everyone!
après-midi
[ah-pray-mee-di]
afternoon
The time period between noon and evening.
Après-midi tranquille au bureau.
Quiet afternoon at the office.
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