pépite d'or
The English phrase 'golden nugget' is translated into French as pépite d'or.
pépite d'or refers to a piece of gold that occurs naturally in the earth.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of pépite (nugget) and d'or (of gold).
How does it change in a sentence?
To express the plural 'golden nuggets', use pépites d'or by adding an 's' to pépite while keeping or in its singular form.
Did you know?
- In French culinary terms, the word pépite is used to describe small morsels of chocolate found in cookies.
- While an English speaker might say 'golden nugget' to describe a person, a French speaker would use the term pépite metaphorically to describe a person of exceptional talent or charm.
- The word pépite traces its roots back to the Spanish word pepita, which refers to a small seed or grain.
Examples in context
- J'ai découvert une véritable pépite d'or !I found a real golden nugget!
- Ce projet est une pépite en or pour notre entreprise.This project is a golden nugget for our company.
- Il a trouvé une pépite d'or dans la rivière.He found a golden nugget in the river.
- Cette pépite d'or est vraiment impressionnante.This golden nugget is truly impressive.
- Le mineur a extrait une petite pépite d'or.The miner extracted a small golden nugget.
Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are looking at a museum exhibit.
- LucasRegarde cette énorme pépite d'or, Léa !Look at this huge golden nugget, Léa!
- LéaElle est magnifique, Lucas.It is magnificent, Lucas.
- LucasOn dirait qu'elle brille très fort.It looks like it shines very brightly.
- LéaC'est un trésor incroyable.It is an incredible treasure.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries pépite, CC BY-SA 4.0.
