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carpe diem — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • carpe diem phrase Seize the day: make the most of the present rather than worrying about the future.

Senses

carpe diem is used for these senses in English:

  • carpe diem Enjoy the present, make the most of today, (common mistranslation) seize the day.
  • seize the day (idiomatic) To enjoy the present and not worry about the future; to live for the moment.

Related French words