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"Saturday" in French: samedi
samedi
Saturday in French is samedi, masculine. Say ce samedi for this Saturday and samedi matin for Saturday morning errands.
Market habit
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How to pronounce samedi
Say it
sam-DEE
/sam.di/
sam-DEE. Flat a, stress on dee.
"Saturday" in French: quick reference
| French | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| samedi | Saturday Day name. | Day name. |
| ce samedi | this Saturday Upcoming. | Upcoming. |
| samedi matin | Saturday morning Time of day. | Time of day. |
| samedi soir | Saturday evening/night Plans. | Plans. |
How to use samedi in real life
- 1Market habit
Le marché ouvre tôt samedi matin.
The market opens early Saturday morning.
Samedi matin.
- 2Party invite
Tu viens samedi soir chez Léa ?
Are you coming Saturday night to Léa's?
Samedi soir.
- 3Calendar check
Ce samedi je suis pris toute la journée.
This Saturday I'm busy all day.
Ce samedi.
Mistakes English speakers make with samedi
Incorrect: La samedi.
Correct: Le samedi.
Days are masculine.
Incorrect: Au samedi.
Correct: Samedi. / Ce samedi.
Don't force au before the day name for on Saturday.
Good to know
Saturday is peak market-and-bricolage day in France. Many shops close Sunday, so samedi carries the weekly errand rush.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Planning a hike
ChatPal
On part samedi à huit heures ?
Shall we leave Saturday at eight?
You
Samedi oui, mais pas trop tôt.
Saturday yes, but not too early.
ChatPal
Neuf heures samedi matin alors.
Nine on Saturday morning then.
You
Parfait, j'apporte le café thermos.
Perfect—I'll bring the thermos coffee.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Saturday" in French
What is Saturday in French?
Samedi.
How do I say this Saturday?
Ce samedi.
How do you say Saturday night?
Samedi soir.
How do you pronounce samedi?
sam-DEE.
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