betteraves
The English phrase 'beets' is translated into French as betteraves.
betteraves refers to root vegetables characterized by a deep red or white color that are used as food.
Did you know?
- The term betterave à sucre refers specifically to the sugar beet, which is the primary source of domestic sugar production in France.
- In French culinary tradition, betteraves are frequently paired with walnuts and goat cheese in a classic salad combination.
- In many French-speaking regions, the tops of the betteraves are also eaten and are often called feuilles de betteraves.
Examples in context
- Je n'aime pas les betteraves rouges.I don't like beets.This sentence is useful for expressing a dislike for red betteraves.Tatoeba #6198926 by nimfeo, translation #2271871 by CK
- Les betteraves sont dans le panier.The beets are in the basket.
- Tu aimes manger des betteraves ?Do you like eating beets?
Example conversation
A couple is shopping for vegetables at a local market.
- ManonEst-ce qu'on achète des betteraves ?Should we buy some beets?
- GabrielOui, j'en veux pour la salade.Yes, I want some for the salad.
- ManonElles sont très fraîches aujourd'hui.They look very fresh today.
- GabrielParfait, prenons-en un kilo.Perfect, let's take a kilo.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
