How Do You Spell DEJEUNE?

Pronunciation: [dɪd͡ʒjˈuːn] (IPA)

Dejeune is a French word that means breakfast. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is /dəʒœn/. The word has a silent "d" at the beginning, making the "j" sound like "zh", which is a voiced postalveolar fricative. The vowel "œ" is pronounced as a diphthong, starting with the sound "œ" as in "très" and ending with "n" like "un". Because the word is of French origin, it follows French spelling conventions, which may differ from English spelling conventions.

DEJEUNE Meaning and Definition

1. Dejeune is a term that originates from the French language, specifically from the verb "dejeuner," which means "to eat lunch" or "to have lunch." It functions both as a noun and a verb in both English and French contexts. As a noun, dejeune refers to the midday meal, especially one taken outside of the home or workplace. It commonly implies a formal, leisurely, or elaborate lunch that involves socializing or business discussions.

   In some cases, dejeune can also refer to a breakfast, particularly in historical or regional contexts. This usage is less common and generally restricted to certain regions or cultures. As a verb, "to dejeune" means to have lunch or eat a midday meal. It suggests partaking in a pleasant or substantial meal during the middle of the day.

   The term dejeune is often associated with a refined or sophisticated dining experience, emphasizing the importance of taking time to enjoy and savor a meal. It carries connotations of relaxation, indulgence, and social connection, making it more than just a simple act of eating. Dejeune is commonly used in formal or specialized settings, such as elegant restaurants, business lunches, or select social events where the focus is on the enjoyment and significance of the midday meal.

2. A breakfast or lunch, generally of a public or ostentatious character.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for DEJEUNE

• sejeune
• xejeune
• cejeune
• fejeune
• rejeune
• eejeune
• dwjeune
• dsjeune
• ddjeune
• drjeune
• d4jeune
• d3jeune
• deheune
• deneune
• demeune
• dekeune
• deieune
• deueune
• dejwune
• dejsune

Etymology of DEJEUNE

The word déjeune is derived from the French word déjeuner, which means to have breakfast or to eat lunch. The etymology can be traced back to the Old French verb jeüner, meaning to fast or to abstain from food.

Over time, with changes in the French language, the prefix dé- was added to jeuner to convey the idea of stopping or ending the fast. The word déjeuner came to be used specifically for the morning meal or breakfast.

In English, the word déjeuner is also used, usually referring to a formal breakfast or brunch. However, it is less commonly used than its derivative, breakfast.