French translation of day is 
journée

Meaning of "day" in English

A "day" is a unit of time that represents the period it takes for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis, typically equating to 24 hours. It consists of both the daylight hours, when the Sun is visible, and nighttime, when the Sun is below the horizon. In a broader sense, "day" can refer to the time period between sunrise and sunset or a 24-hour calendar period marked from midnight to midnight. Days are fundamental in structuring daily life, calendars, and scheduling activities.

Meaning of "journée" in French

In French, "journée" refers to the duration of the daytime, typically from morning to evening, emphasizing the events and activities within that period, rather than the strict 24-hour period. Unlike the English "day," which can refer broadly to both day and night within a 24-hour cycle, "journée" often emphasizes the active, waking hours when people are engaged in work or leisure. It conveys more about the experience or quality of the day rather than the time unit itself.

Pronunciation of "day" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /deɪ/

Pronunciation Variations: In the UK and other Commonwealth countries, the pronunciation remains the same but may carry subtle accent differences. In American English, the "d" is often pronounced with a firmer emphasis, and the vowel sound may differ slightly across regions.

Pronunciation of "journée" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ʒuʀ.ne/

Pronunciation Variations: There are slight regional accents within French-speaking areas. For instance, in Quebec, the "r" might be pronounced more softly. Nonetheless, the standard Parisian pronunciation is widely understood and used as a reference.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Today is a sunny day. (Aujourd'hui est une journée ensoleillée.)
2. I have a busy day at work. (J'ai une journée chargée au travail.)
3. Every day, I go for a walk. (Chaque jour, je fais une promenade.)
4. Tomorrow is another day. (Demain est un autre jour.)
5. She spends her day reading. (Elle passe sa journée à lire.)
6. The day was long and tiring. (La journée était longue et fatigante.)
7. Do you remember the day we met? (Te souviens-tu du jour où nous nous sommes rencontrés ?)
8. They planned a day at the beach. (Ils ont prévu une journée à la plage.)
9. He celebrates his birthday each year on this day. (Il fête son anniversaire chaque année ce jour-là.)
10. The day ended with a beautiful sunset. (La journée s'est terminée par un magnifique coucher de soleil.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "day" in English

Synonyms: period, time, 24-hour period, daytime, daylight.

Antonyms: night, nighttime.

Similar Words: morning, afternoon, evening, workday, weekday.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "journée" in French

Synonyms: jour, diurne, laps de temps.

Antonyms: nuit, nocturne.

Similar Words: matinée, après-midi, crépuscule, journée de travail, quotidien.

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