French Phrase
Enfin vendredi !
Meaning
Literally ‘Finally Friday!’, this short exclamation is used to celebrate the arrival of Friday, usually after a long or tiring week. It conveys relief, excitement, and the anticipation of the weekend.
When to use
You can say it at the end of the workday on Thursday, on a Friday morning, or when a Friday finally arrives after a series of busy days. It’s common among colleagues, friends, or anyone looking forward to the weekend.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Enfinvendredi!
Enfin (adverb)
‘Enfin’ is an adverb meaning ‘finally’ or ‘at last’, used to express relief or impatience that something has happened.
vendredi (noun)
‘vendredi’ is the name of the day Friday; it is a masculine noun that does not require an article when used in exclamations.
Exclamation mark
The exclamation mark emphasizes the speaker’s emotion; in spoken French the tone rises sharply at the end.
🗨In Conversation
Enfin vendredi !
Finally Friday!
Oui, on va pouvoir se détendre ce week‑end.
Yes, we can finally relax this weekend.
✕Common Mistakes
Enfin le vendredi !
‘Le’ is unnecessary; the day name stands alone in exclamations.
Enfin vendredi ?
A question mark changes the meaning; use an exclamation mark to express relief.
Enfin vendredi, je suis fatigué.
Combine with a comma or a second sentence for clarity; the exclamation should stand alone or be followed by a new clause.
↔Alternatives
Enfin, c’est vendredi !
Finally, it’s Friday!
Quel soulagement, c’est vendredi !
What a relief, it’s Friday!
Vendredi, enfin !
Friday, at last!
Cultural Tip
In France, Friday often marks the start of the ‘apéritif’ culture – coworkers meet after work for a drink and small bites. Saying ‘Enfin vendredi !’ can be a cue to suggest an after‑work gathering. Be aware that the tone can be informal; in a formal business email you would write ‘Nous sommes enfin vendredi.’