Definition Synonyms
Definition of French - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
romance languagelanguage spoken in France and other countries
- She is learning French at school.
2.
nationalitypeople of France collectively
- The French are known for their cuisine.
3.
studyRare French language and literature as a study subjectRare
- She is majoring in French at university.
Adjective
1.
speechrelating to the language spoken in France
- He is taking a French class.
2.
geographyrelating to France or its people
- She loves French cuisine.
3.
foodRare related to the cuisine of FranceRare
- We had a delicious French meal.
Expressions with French
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the theory linking red wine intake to lower heart disease rates
Researchers study the French paradox to understand the benefits of red wine.
apologize for using offensive language
Oops, excuse my French, that was a slip.
apologize for someone's rude or offensive words
He said a bad word and then excused his French.
excuse my use of offensive language
Oops, pardon my French, but that was a disaster!
excuse us for using rude or offensive words
Pardon our French, but that was a terrible idea!
refine understanding of French grammar and vocabulary
They studied hard to perfect their French.
bread dipped in beaten egg and fried, often served with syrup
We ordered French toast with strawberries and maple syrup.
French spoken with many mistakes or limited skill
He tried to order food in broken French.
long thin loaf of bread
She bought a French loaf for dinner.
type of mustard from France, typically smooth and strong
He spread French mustard over the sandwich for extra flavor..
soup with onions, beef broth, croutons, and cheese
We ordered French onion soup as a starter.
sweet baked goods from French culinary tradition
She enjoyed a delicious French pastry at the cafe..
coffee maker with a plunger and filter
She brewed her morning coffee using a French press.
compact, sturdy domestic canine with upright ears, kept as a household companion
Their French bulldog stayed indoors and loved sitting on the couch.
thin, light pancake of French origin
She enjoyed a French pancake topped with lemon and sugar..
pair of doors with glass panes
They installed French doors to brighten the room.
purchase products made in France
We decided to buy French for our wine collection.
narrow green bean eaten as a vegetable
French beans are a popular side dish in many cuisines.
brass instrument with coiled tube and valves
She played the French horn in the school orchestra.
long thin loaf of bread
She bought a French stick for dinner.
pair of glass doors leading outside
They installed French windows to access the balcony.
in a way typical of French style or custom
They served the meal in the French fashion.
apologizing for using bad language humorously
Oops, sorry for my French, that was a slip!
shirt cuff folded back and fastened with cufflinks
He wore a shirt with French cuffs to the formal event..
Origin of French
Latin, Francus (Frank) + -ia (land)
Terms with French included in their meaning
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food
fried fish served with french fries
food
long narrow loaf of French bread
politics
member of a French protest movement
protest
member of a French protest movement
food
long French bread roll
historical figure
French general and statesman during World War II
transportation
major Paris airport named for a French wartime leader
formal title
title for a married French-speaking woman
formal address
title or form of address for a French-speaking man
eatery
small French restaurant serving beer, wine, and simple food
residence
large French country house or castle
language mix
blend of French and English languages
culture
characteristic of the French manner or style
law enforcement
member of a French military police force
military
member of a legion, especially the French Foreign Legion
cooking
the five foundational sauces in French cuisine
acr: S'il vous plaît
way to politely ask for something in French
Canada
the divide between English and French Canadians
waiter
male waiter, especially in French restaurants
politics
supporter of the House of Bourbon during the French Revolution
language
way to say goodbye in French
beverage
red wine grown in a French region known for Pinot Noir
food snack
french fries with cheese and gravy, often eaten late at night
food
type of cake from French cuisine
Examples of French in a sentence
He translated the document from English to French. The French celebrate Bastille Day on July 14. Many French enjoy wine and cheese. French is her favorite subject in school. He teaches French to high school students. She borrowed a French dictionary from the library.
The French translation was difficult to understand. They attended a French festival. He enjoys French literature. The restaurant is famous for its French pastries. He enjoys cooking French dishes at home.
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- French:français, de France, ...
- German:Französisch, französischsprachig, ...
- Italian:francese, francesi, ...
- Spanish:francés, de la cocina francesa, ...
- Portuguese:Francês, francês, ...
- Chinese:法语, 法国的, ...
- Japanese:フランス語, フランス語の, ...
- Arabic:الفَرَنْسِيَّة, فَرَنْسِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:צָרְפָתִית, צָרְפָתִי, ...
- Russian:французский язык, французская, ...
- Ukrainian:французька, французький, ...
- Hindi:फ्रेंच, फ्रांस का, ...
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