No. 2,798 in French

congé

"Congé" means "leave" or "time off" in English.

In a sentence

Je prendrai congé la semaine prochaine pour me reposer.
I will take leave next week to rest.
The word 'congé' here refers to an official leave or time off from work.
Pendant les congés scolaires, les enfants jouent dehors.
During school holidays, children play outside.
'Congés' in this sentence indicates school holidays, specifically periods when classes are paused.
Il m'a donné son congé après une longue discussion.
He gave me his dismissal after a long discussion.
In this context, 'congé' is used to mean dismissal or termination, suggesting ending one's employment or engagement.

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