noël
Christmas
noun noh-EL Rare
Origin: From Latin 'natalis' (birth day), via Old French.
Usage Note
Noël refers both to the holiday and to a Christmas carol (un cantique de Noël). The greeting is Joyeux Noël ('Merry Christmas'). The related first name Noël/Noëlle is given to children born around Christmas time.
Examples
"Nous fêtons Noël en famille chaque année."
Natural Translation
We celebrate Christmas with family every year.
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