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French Phrase

C'est quand, ton prochain cours ?

/sɛ kɑ̃ tɔ̃ pʁɔ.ʃɛ̃ kuʁ/

Meaning"When is your next class?"

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Meaning

This phrase is a natural and informal way to ask someone about the timing of their next lesson. It uses the 'C'est quand' structure, which is a staple of spoken French for asking 'When is...'.

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When to use

Use this phrase in casual conversations with friends, classmates, or colleagues to check their schedule or availability. It is perfect for a relaxed, non-formal environment.

✦Grammar Breakdown

C'estquandtonprochaincours

1

C'est

A contraction of 'ce' (it) and 'est' (is), frequently used to start informal questions.

2

Prochain

The adjective 'prochain' (next) usually comes before the noun when referring to the very next item in a sequence.

🗨In Conversation

A

Je vais prendre un café.

I'm going to get a coffee.

C'est quand, ton prochain cours ?

When is your next class?

B

✕Common Mistakes

C'est quand ton prochaine cours ?
The noun 'cours' is masculine, so you must use the masculine form of the adjective 'prochain'.
Quand est-ce que est ton prochain cours ?
This is redundant; use either 'Quand est-ce qu'est...' or the simpler 'C'est quand...'.

↔Alternatives

Ton prochain cours est quand ?
Your next class is when?
Quand as-tu ton prochain cours ?
When do you have your next class?

Cultural Tip

In France, students often use very casual phrasing with each other. While formal French might use 'Quand a lieu votre prochain cours ?', the 'C'est quand' structure is much more common in everyday life.