jambon-fromage
The English phrase "ham and cheese" is translated into French as jambon-fromage.
This phrase refers to a combination of ham and cheese used as a filling for a sandwich or a snack.
Which one should you use?
In Parisian French, you may encounter the specific phrase jambon et emmental, which is used to specify a ham and cheese sandwich that specifically uses emmental cheese.
Did you know?
- In France, a toasted ham and cheese sandwich is called a croque-monsieur, which literally translates to 'mister crunch'.
- If you order a croque-madame, you are getting a ham and cheese sandwich topped with a fried egg.
- The word jambon comes from the Latin word gambium, which referred to the leg of an animal.
Example conversation
Hugo and Léa are at a deli counter.
- HugoBonjour, je vais prendre un jambon-fromage.Hello, I'll have a ham and cheese.
- LéaD'accord, et pour toi, Hugo ?Okay, and for you, Hugo?
- HugoLa même chose pour moi, merci.The same thing for me, thanks.
- LéaDeux jambon-fromage, c'est noté !Two ham and cheese, noted!
