Example: Il a changé d'avis du jour au lendemain sans explication.
Definition
"Du jour au lendemain" is a French expression meaning something that happens very suddenly or overnight, without warning or gradual change. It is often used to describe an abrupt change or event occurring from one day to the next, such as a sudden change of mind or circumstance.
Translations
Overnight
De la noche a la mañana
Van de ene op de andere dag
D'un dia per l'altre
Über Nacht
Etymology
The phrase "Du jour au lendemain" literally translates to 'from the day to the next day' in English. It originates from the French language and emphasizes the rapid transition from one day to the next, highlighting the suddenness of an event. Did you know? This expression is commonly used in French to convey the idea of something happening unexpectedly overnight.
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Overnight