French · Numbers & Time
soir
evening
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
The period from late afternoon to night.
Example
Le soir, nous regardons la television.
In the evening, we watch television.
Etymology
The French word 'soir' is derived from the Latin 'serium', meaning late in the day or evening. This term has evolved through historical linguistic changes in the French language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Soir' is often used in informal and formal contexts, commonly in spoken and written forms. It is recognized in all French-speaking areas, with little regional variation.