How do you say "After class" in French?

"After class" in French is "Après les cours". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘After class’ in French

Q: What does "Après les cours" mean in English?

"Après les cours" means "After class" in English. Usage tip: French says [après les cours] with [les cours] in the plural for the general idea of classes or school time. You will hear the same plural in [j'ai cours] and [on a cours demain].

Après les cours

ah-PRAY lay koor

[ah-PRAY lay koor]

💬 Usage Tip: French says [après les cours] with [les cours] in the plural for the general idea of classes or school time. You will hear the same plural in [j'ai cours] and [on a cours demain].

Phrase Breakdown

Après

[ah-PRAY]

after

A common preposition meaning 'after,' used for time.

Example

Après les cours, on révise ensemble.

After classes, we review together.

Les cours

lay koor

The classes / lessons

Refers to school lessons or classes in general.

Example

Les cours finissent à 16 heures.

Classes end at 4 p.m.

Words in this phrase

les

[lay]

the

Plural definite article used before plural nouns.

Example

Après les cours, je vais à la bibliothèque.

After the classes, I go to the library.

cours

[koor]

classes

Refers to lessons or school classes.

Example

Après les cours, nous faisons les exercices.

After classes, we do the exercises.

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