French Phrase
La fête, c'est vendredi.
Meaning
This phrase is a natural and idiomatic way to state when an event occurs. It uses the 'c'est' structure to emphasize the day of the week, acting as a confirmation of the schedule.
When to use
Use this when you are confirming plans with friends or announcing the timing of a social gathering. It is perfect for casual conversations and informal planning.
✦Grammar Breakdown
La fête,c'estvendredi
C'est
This is a contraction of 'ce' (it/this) and 'est' (is), commonly used to identify or emphasize information.
Days of the Week
In French, you do not use an article like 'le' or a preposition like 'sur' when referring to a specific upcoming day.
🗨In Conversation
C'est quand, la fête de Marie ?
When is Marie's party?
La fête, c'est vendredi.
The party is on Friday.
✕Common Mistakes
La fête est sur vendredi.
French does not use a preposition like 'on' before days of the week when stating when something happens.
La fête est vendredi.
While technically understandable, French speakers almost always use 'c'est' to link a specific event to a day in this context.
↔Alternatives
La fête a lieu vendredi.
The party takes place on Friday.
C'est vendredi, la fête.
It's Friday, the party.
Cultural Tip
In France, Friday night parties often start quite late, usually after 8:00 or 9:00 PM. Additionally, remember that days of the week are not capitalized in French unless they begin a sentence.