coleslaw
masculine
The English phrase "coleslaw" is translated into French as coleslaw. Wiktionary also lists salade de chou (New Brunswick).
Meaning: a salad (noun)
Ways to say it
| French | Note |
|---|---|
| coleslaw | masculine |
| salade de chou (New Brunswick) | Quebec, feminine |
In French, it is treated as a masculine noun.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec, the term salade de chou is commonly used instead of the loanword coleslaw.
How does it change in a sentence?
coleslaw is a masculine noun, whereas salade de chou is a feminine noun.
Did you know?
- While chou means cabbage in salade de chou, calling someone mon chou is a common French term of endearment similar to 'sweetie'.
- The word salade shares a common ancestor with the English word 'salt' because early salads were typically seasoned with salt.
- In French, the word salade can refer to a wide variety of dishes, including those made with fruit or potatoes, not just raw greens.
Examples in context
- J'aime le coleslaw.I love coleslaw.This sentence is useful for expressing a preference for the coleslaw.Tatoeba #6575420 by GB3, translation #6575345 by Eccles17
- Je voudrais une salade de chou, s'il vous plaît.I would like a coleslaw, please.
- Le coleslaw est dans le frigo.The coleslaw is in the fridge.
- Est-ce que tu veux du coleslaw ?Do you want some coleslaw?
Example conversation
Léa and Lucas are preparing a picnic.
- LéaLucas, n'oublie pas le coleslaw.Lucas, don't forget the coleslaw.
- LucasC'est bon, je l'ai déjà mis ici.It's okay, I already put it here.
- LéaParfait, on a tout pour le repas.Perfect, we have everything for the meal.
- LucasOui, on peut enfin partir.Yes, we can finally leave.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “coleslaw” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries chou, de, salade, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
