holiday
A period of time when you do not go to work or school and can rest or travel for pleasure. It can also refer to a specific day of celebration, such as a religious or national event.
Exemples
3 sur 5I am going on holiday to Spain next week.
I am going on a trip to Spain next week.
The company provides twenty days of paid holiday per year.
The organization allows twenty days of paid time off annually.
Got any big holiday plans?
Do you have any major plans for your time off?
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Think of 'Holy Day'. Originally, holidays were 'holy days' set aside for religious reasons where people did not have to work.
Quiz rapide
We are going ___ holiday to Italy this August.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : on
Exemples
I am going on holiday to Spain next week.
everydayI am going on a trip to Spain next week.
The company provides twenty days of paid holiday per year.
formalThe organization allows twenty days of paid time off annually.
Got any big holiday plans?
informalDo you have any major plans for your time off?
The study was conducted during the summer holiday to ensure student availability.
academicThe research was done during the summer break to make sure students were available.
Please note that our office will be closed for the public holiday.
businessPlease be aware the office is shut for the official day off.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
on holiday
currently taking a break/trip
package holiday
a holiday where flights and hotel are included in one price
bank holiday
a public holiday in the UK
Souvent confondu avec
In British English, 'holiday' is used for any trip or break, while in American English, 'vacation' is for trips and 'holiday' is for specific days like Christmas.
A weekend is only Saturday and Sunday, while a holiday is often longer or a specific annual celebration.
Notes d'usage
Use 'on holiday' with the verb 'to be' or 'to go' (e.g., 'I am on holiday' or 'I am going on holiday'). In British English, it is plural ('holidays') when referring to the school break.
Erreurs courantes
Learners often say 'make a holiday' or 'do a holiday'; the correct expression is 'take a holiday' or 'go on holiday'.
Astuce mémo
Think of 'Holy Day'. Originally, holidays were 'holy days' set aside for religious reasons where people did not have to work.
Origine du mot
Derived from the Old English 'hāligdæg', which means 'holy day'.
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
In the UK, 'Bank Holidays' are specific Mondays throughout the year when banks and most businesses are closed.
Quiz rapide
We are going ___ holiday to Italy this August.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : on
Grammaire lie
Expressions liées
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Plus de mots sur Travel
train
A1A train is a connected series of vehicles that move along metal tracks to carry people or goods from one place to another. It usually consists of an engine and several carriages or wagons.
taxi
A1A car with a driver that you pay to take you exactly where you want to go. It usually has a sign on top and a meter inside to calculate the cost of the trip.
subway
A1A subway is an underground electric railway system used for transporting passengers in a city. It provides a fast way to travel long distances while avoiding street-level traffic.
bicycle
A1A vehicle with two wheels that you sit on and move by pushing pedals with your feet. It is a popular form of transportation for short distances and a common way to exercise.
motorcycle
A1A motorcycle is a vehicle with two wheels that is powered by an engine. It is used for fast travel and usually carries one or two people.
backpack
A1A bag with shoulder straps that allows you to carry items on your back, leaving your hands free. It is commonly used by students for school or by travelers and hikers to carry their belongings.
map
A1A map is a visual representation or drawing of an area, such as a city, country, or the entire world. It shows physical features like roads, rivers, and landmarks to help people find locations or navigate from one place to another.
passenger
A1A passenger is a person who travels in a vehicle, such as a car, bus, train, or airplane, but is not driving it or working on it. They usually pay a fare or have a ticket to travel from one place to another.
hostel
A1A budget-friendly type of accommodation where guests usually rent a bed in a shared room (dormitory) and share common facilities like a kitchen or lounge. It is popular among students, backpackers, and young travelers looking for an affordable way to stay in a city.
reservation
A1A reservation is an arrangement you make in advance to keep a seat, a table, or a room for yourself. It ensures that you have a place when you arrive at a hotel, restaurant, or on a train.
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