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"Noon" in French: midi
midi
Noon in French is midi, masculine and usually without an article in time phrases: à midi. On se voit à midi is see you at noon.
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How to pronounce midi
Say it
mee-DEE
/mi.di/
Midi is mee-DEE with equal clear vowels. À midi is ah mee-DEE.
"Noon" in French: quick reference
| French | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| midi | noon / midday Default. | Default. |
| à midi | at noon Meeting time. | Meeting time. |
| avant midi | before noon Morning deadline. | Morning deadline. |
| ce midi | this midday / for lunch today Often means lunchtime today. | Often means lunchtime today. |
How to use midi in real life
- 1Scheduling
Le rendez-vous est à midi pile.
The appointment is at noon sharp.
À midi.
- 2Office chat
On mange ensemble ce midi ?
Shall we eat together at lunchtime?
Ce midi for today midday.
- 3Travel
Le train arrive avant midi.
The train arrives before noon.
Avant midi.
Mistakes English speakers make with midi
Incorrect: À la midi.
Correct: À midi.
No article in the usual time phrase à midi.
Incorrect: See you at noon dit in English.
Correct: On se voit à midi.
Use à midi.
Good to know
Ce midi often means today's lunch slot more than the exact clock strike of 12:00. Midday meals still matter in many French workplaces.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Fixing a lunch meet-up
ChatPal
Tu es libre à midi ?
Are you free at noon?
You
Oui, à midi ça marche.
Yes, noon works.
ChatPal
Devant la boulangerie ?
In front of the bakery?
You
Ok, à tout à l'heure.
Okay, see you soon.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Noon" in French
How do you say noon in French?
Midi.
How do you say at noon?
À midi.
What does ce midi mean?
This midday — often lunchtime today.
How do you pronounce midi?
Mee-DEE.
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