French Phrase
C'est quoi la date de demain ?
Meaning
This is a common, informal way to ask for the date of the following day. It uses the structure 'C'est quoi' which is very frequent in spoken French instead of the more formal 'Quelle est'. The phrase is straightforward and essential for daily scheduling and making plans.
When to use
Use this phrase in casual settings with friends, family, or colleagues when you need to check the calendar. It is perfect for informal conversations where you don't need to be strictly professional.
✦Grammar Breakdown
C'est quoila datededemain
C'est quoi
An informal way to say 'What is' in spoken French, often replacing 'Qu'est-ce que' or 'Quel est'.
La date
A feminine noun, which is why it is preceded by the feminine definite article 'la'.
🗨In Conversation
C'est quoi la date de demain ?
What is tomorrow's date?
Demain, c'est le 15 avril.
Tomorrow is April 15th.
✕Common Mistakes
Quel est la date de demain ?
Date is feminine, so it should be 'Quelle' if using the formal structure.
C'est quoi le date de demain ?
The word 'date' is feminine in French, so use the feminine article 'la' instead of 'le'.
↔Alternatives
Quelle est la date de demain ?
What is tomorrow's date? (Formal)
On est le combien demain ?
What's the date tomorrow? (Very natural/idiomatic)
Cultural Tip
In France, dates are typically written in the Day/Month/Year format. While 'C'est quoi' is very common, using 'On est le combien ?' is perhaps the most natural way a native speaker would ask for the date in a casual setting.