L'année
Example: L'année commence en janvier et finit en décembre.
Definition
"L'année" refers to the period of twelve months starting in January and ending in December, used to measure time in a calendar. It represents a full cycle of seasons and is commonly used to mark events, holidays, and the passage of time within a single year.
Etymology
The word "l'année" comes from the Latin word "annus," meaning year. Over time, it evolved in Old French into "année," keeping its original meaning related to a full cycle of time. Did you know? The concept of a year has been essential for agriculture and planning since ancient civilizations.
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"L'année" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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