À l'heure
Example: Je suis toujours à l'heure pour mes rendez-vous importants.
Definition
"À l'heure" is a French adverbial phrase meaning being punctual or on time, especially for appointments or scheduled events. It indicates arriving or completing something exactly at the agreed or expected time without delay.
Etymology
The phrase "à l'heure" comes from the French preposition 'à' meaning 'at' and 'heure' meaning 'hour' or 'time.' It literally translates as 'at the hour,' reflecting its use to denote punctuality. Did you know? This expression emphasizes precision in time, a valued trait in French culture.
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"À l'heure" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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