congé

le congé
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. vacation
Regionalism used in the United States.
(United States)
Johanna attend avec impatience ses congés pour se reposer.Johanna can't wait for her vacation to relax.
b. time off
Omar a pris un congé pour rendre visite à sa famille.Omar took some time off to visit his family.
c. holiday
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom.
(United Kingdom)
Pendant ses congés, Livio va rénover sa cuisine.During his holiday, Livio will remodel his kitchen.
a. notice
Ludivine a donné son congé à son patron ce matin.Ludivine gave her notice to her boss this morning.
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