petit-déjeuner sain
The English phrase "healthy breakfast" is translated into French as petit-déjeuner sain.
The phrase is used to describe a morning meal consisting of food that is good for a person's health.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective sain follows the noun phrase it modifies. To say "a healthy breakfast", use the masculine indefinite article un to form un petit-déjeuner sain. To make the phrase plural, both the noun and the adjective must take an s, forming des petits-déjeuners sains.
Did you know?
- While 'breakfast' in English is a single concept, the French petit-déjeuner literally translates to 'small lunch', reflecting a historical shift in meal timing.
- In France, a traditional breakfast is often less 'healthy' than the English imagine, frequently consisting of a tartine of baguette with jam and a croissant.
- The adjective sain is a cognate of the English word 'sane', as both derive from the Latin word for 'healthy'.
Examples in context
- Il est crucial de prendre un petit-déjeuner sain pour être en forme toute la journée.It is crucial to have a healthy breakfast to stay energized throughout the day.
- Je viens de prendre un bon petit-déj, plein de fruits et de céréales.I just had a good breakfast, full of fruits and cereal.
- Je veux un petit-déjeuner sain ce matin.I want a healthy breakfast this morning.
- Un petit-déjeuner sain aide à rester en forme.A healthy breakfast helps to stay in shape.
- Elle prépare toujours un petit-déjeuner sain pour sa famille.She always prepares a healthy breakfast for her family.
Example conversation
Lucas and Manon are talking in a kitchen during the morning.
- LucasTu as préparé un petit-déjeuner sain aujourd'hui ?Did you prepare a healthy breakfast today?
- ManonOui, j'ai fait des fruits et du yaourt.Yes, I made some fruit and yogurt.
- LucasC'est parfait pour commencer la journée.It is perfect to start the day.
- ManonMerci Lucas, tu veux en manger un peu ?Thanks Lucas, do you want to eat some?
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries sain, CC BY-SA 4.0.
