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"Laissez les bon temps rouler" is a Cajun French phrase that translates to 'Let the good times roll' in English. It originated in Louisiana, specifically in the Cajun culture. The phrase reflects the lively and festive spirit of the region and is often associated with Mardi Gras celebrations.
The phrase is a calque of the English phrase "let the good times roll", that is, a word-for-word translation of the English phrase into Louisiana French Creole. This phrase is often mentioned in Louisiana (especially New Orleans) and around the Gulf Coast where Mardi Gras is celebrated.
3 paź 2023 · Laissez les bon temps rouler This is a Cajun French phrase that translates to “Let the good times roll” in English. It is a common saying in New Orleans and is often used to encourage a festive and celebratory atmosphere.
2 mar 2016 · “Laissez les bon temps rouler.” Laissez les bon temps rouler ( lay-ZEH leh BAWN taw ROO-leh ) means “let the good times roll,” and it’s one of the most widely known phrases associated with Louisiana.
1 paź 2024 · A quintessential Louisiana phrase, “laissez les bon temps rouler” is a Cajun expression meaning “let the good times roll” – that is, to make merry. Mostly associated with New Orleans and frequently heard during Mardi Gras celebrations, the saying conveys the joie de vivre (joy of living) that hangs in the city’s humid air.
28 sty 2021 · “Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler”: As the unofficial anthem, this traditional Cajun French phrase is what you’ll often hear in the streets of New Orleans. Pronounced “lezay lay bon tom roo-lay,” it’s the go-to phrase for locals and visitors alike. Regional Variations:
Laissez les bons temps rouler [Lay say lay boh(n) toh(n) roo lay]: Let the good times roll. With more than 400 festivals each year, this saying embraces the fun-loving nature of Louisiana. Minou [mee-noo]: Cat. “Get that minou off the table! It’s time for dinner.”
