moutarde de Dijon
feminine
The English phrase "dijon mustard" is translated into French as moutarde de Dijon.
Meaning: kind of mustard (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase is a feminine noun.
Did you know?
- While moutarde de Dijon is a global brand, the city of Dijon actually has no mustard fields. The city became famous because it was a major trade hub where mustard seeds from other regions were brought to be processed.
- Historically, the fame of moutarde de Dijon was not due to the seeds grown there, but to the local tradition of using verjus (acidic juice of unripe grapes) instead of vinegar to flavor the mustard.
- While known as 'dijon mustard' in English, moutarde de Dijon is a protected geographical indication in France. To carry this name, the mustard must be produced in the region of Burgundy and follow specific traditional methods.
Examples in context
- As-tu de la moutarde de Dijon pour accompagner le poulet?Do you have some Dijon mustard to accompany the chicken?
- Dans cette recette, nous utiliserons la moutarde de Dijon authentique.In this recipe, we will use authentic Dijon mustard.
- Chef, je vais chercher la moutarde de Dijon traditionnelle dans le garde-manger.Chef, I will go get the traditional Dijon mustard from the pantry.
- J'aime beaucoup la moutarde de Dijon.I really like Dijon mustard.
- Il faut acheter de la moutarde de Dijon.We need to buy some Dijon mustard.
- Cette moutarde de Dijon est très forte.This Dijon mustard is very strong.
Example conversation
Lucas and Manon are at the supermarket.
- LucasManon, est-ce qu'il y a de la moutarde de Dijon ?Manon, is there any Dijon mustard?
- ManonOui, elle est dans ce rayon.Yes, it is in this aisle.
- LucasParfait, je vais la prendre.Perfect, I'm going to get it.
- ManonN'oublie pas d'en prendre un pot.Don't forget to get a jar.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “dijon mustard” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
