Lesson written by French teacher David Issokson for students who want to learn French online, with audio recorded by Marie Assel Cambier, a professional voice artist and native French speaker.
Level B2 (Upper Intermediate)
The French Word of the Day is désormais, which means “from now on” or “henceforth.” At first glance, this formal-looking word can feel intimidating, but it’s actually very straightforward. In this lesson, you’ll discover its:
✅ Meaning
✅ Pronunciation
✅ Example sentences
✅ Related Words & Expressions
✅ Related lessons
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📘 Désormais meaning
Désormais means “from now on” or “henceforth.” It marks a change starting in the present that will continue into the future. The word is widely used in both everyday speech and formal writing. Learners should know it’s more common than the near-synonym dorénavant, which sounds more formal or literary.
🎧 Désormais pronunciation
Désormais is pronounced /dezɔʀmɛ/ in IPA, like “day-zor-may.” The é has the acute accent, giving it the “ay” sound as in say. The s is pronounced /z/ between vowels, and the final “-ais” is pronounced /mɛ/, similar to “meh.”
📝 French and English examples
Désormais – from now on
Désormais, je vais étudier le français tous les jours.
From now on, I’m going to study French every day.
Désormais, cette loi sera appliquée dans toute la France.
From now on, this law will be enforced throughout France.
Il est désormais trop tard pour changer d’avis.
It is now too late to change your mind.
Désormais, vous devrez présenter votre carte d’identité à l’entrée.
From now on, you will have to show your ID card at the entrance.
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🔗 Related words and expressions
- dorénavant – from now on, henceforth
- à partir de maintenant – starting now
- dès aujourd’hui – beginning today
- à l’avenir – in the future
- par la suite – afterwards, later on
- jusqu’à nouvel ordre – until further notice
- toujours – always
- définitivement – permanently
🚀 Continue your French learning!
Now that you’ve mastered désormais, take a look at my full lesson on its equally useful synonym dorénavant:
👉 Learn dorénavant here »
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