autrefois

Meaning

previously; formerly (at a past time), erstwhile

Frequency

Pronounced as (IPA)

/o.tʁə.fwa/

Etymology

From autre (“another”) + fois (“time”).

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était autrefois connu sous le nom d'Aréna de Participation .

It was once known as the Arena of Participation.

Une fête foraine se tenait autrefois sous les marronniers .

A funfair used to be held under the chestnut trees.

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