French · Numbers & Time
matin
morning
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
The period of time from dawn to noon.
Example
Le matin, je fais du sport.
In the morning, I exercise.
Etymology
The term 'matin' comes from the Latin 'mattinus', which means relating to the morning. The word has evolved from Old French 'matin' during the transformation of Old French into Modern French.
How & Where It’s Used
'Matin' is used in both formal and informal contexts and is commonly encountered in both spoken and written French, especially when referring to time of day.