French Phrase
Mon jour préféré, c'est samedi.
Meaning
This phrase is the standard way to express a personal preference for a specific day of the week. It utilizes a common French emphatic structure where the topic is stated first, followed by 'c'est' to introduce the answer.
When to use
Use this during small talk or introductory conversations when discussing your weekly routine. It is a perfect response to questions about your schedule or what part of the week you enjoy most.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Monjourpréféréc'estsamedi
Possessive Adjectives
'Mon' is the masculine singular possessive adjective used because 'jour' is a masculine noun.
The Emphatic 'C'est'
Using 'c'est' after a comma helps emphasize the subject and is a hallmark of natural, spoken French.
🗨In Conversation
Quel est ton jour préféré de la semaine ?
What is your favorite day of the week?
Mon jour préféré, c'est samedi.
My favorite day is Saturday.
✕Common Mistakes
Mon jour préféré est samedi.
While technically correct, this sounds stiff; native speakers almost always use 'c'est' in this context.
Mon jour préféré, c'est le samedi.
When naming a day as a concept or title, you usually omit the definite article 'le'.
↔Alternatives
J'adore le samedi.
I love Saturdays.
Le samedi est mon jour favori.
Saturday is my favorite day.
Cultural Tip
In France, Saturday is the primary day for socializing and shopping because many businesses and supermarkets are closed on Sundays. It is also the day associated with 'la grasse matinée' (sleeping in late) for those who don't work weekends.