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French Phrase

C'est quand ton prochain voyage ?

/sɛ kɑ̃ tɔ̃ pʁɔ.ʃɛ̃ vwa.jaʒ/
Meaning"When is your next trip?"
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Meaning

This phrase directly asks about the timing of someone's upcoming journey. It's a common and straightforward way to inquire about future travel plans, focusing specifically on 'when' the trip will occur.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you want to know the date or period of someone's next trip. It's perfect for casual conversations with friends, family, or colleagues when discussing future plans, holidays, or travel aspirations.

✦Grammar Breakdown

C'estquandtonprochainvoyage

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C'est

'C'est' (It is) is a very common and versatile construction in French, often used to introduce or identify something. Here, it forms a natural way to ask 'When is it?'

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quand

'Quand' means 'when' and is used to ask about time. It's the direct equivalent of 'when' in English questions.

3

ton

'Ton' is a possessive adjective meaning 'your' (singular, informal, masculine or feminine noun starting with a consonant). It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies, which is 'voyage' (masculine singular).

4

prochain

'Prochain' means 'next'. It's an adjective that usually comes before the noun it modifies, especially for temporal expressions like 'next week' or 'next trip'.

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voyage

'Voyage' is a masculine noun meaning 'trip' or 'journey'. It's a common word for any kind of travel, from a short excursion to a long holiday.

🗨In Conversation

A

J'ai hâte de prendre des vacances !

I can't wait to take a vacation!

Ah oui ? C'est quand ton prochain voyage ?

Oh really? When is your next trip?

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Quand est ton prochain voyage ?

    While 'Quand est...' is grammatically possible, 'C'est quand...' is much more natural and common in spoken French for asking 'when is it?'

  • Quel est ton prochain voyage ?

    'Quel' asks 'which' or 'what kind of' trip, not 'when'. Use 'quand' for time.

↔Alternatives

  • Quand pars-tu en voyage la prochaine fois ?

    When are you leaving for your next trip?

  • Ta prochaine escapade, c'est pour quand ?

    Your next getaway, when is it for?

  • Tu voyages quand, la prochaine fois ?

    When are you traveling next time?

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Cultural Tip

French culture often values planning and discussing future events, including travel. Asking about someone's next trip is a friendly way to show interest in their life and can lead to engaging conversations about destinations, experiences, and recommendations. It's a common topic, especially around holidays or long weekends.