vacances

This is the 973rd most frequent French word.


vacances

Holidays or vacation.


Used to denote specific memorable holidays that occurred.

Ces vacances ont été inoubliables.

These holidays were unforgettable.


Used to denote being away or taking a break related to leisure.

Je pars en vacances la semaine prochaine.

I'm going on vacation next week.


Used to denote a scheduled break associated with schooling.

Les vacances scolaires commencent en juillet.

The school holidays start in July.