j'aime cuisiner
The English phrase "I like cooking" is translated into French as j'aime cuisiner.
This phrase is used as a statement to express that someone enjoys the activity of preparing food.
Did you know?
- In French, cuisiner can also be used as a slang term meaning to interrogate someone intensely, similar to the English phrase 'grilling' a suspect.
- A French person might say je me débrouille en cuisine to mean 'I can cook' in a modest way, rather than using the direct 'I like' phrasing.
- The verb cuisiner shares the same Latin root as the English word 'kitchen', which stems from the same source as 'cook'.
Examples in context
- J'aime cuisiner.I like cooking.This sentence is useful for stating your preference for cooking.Tatoeba #3634410 by sacredceltic, translation #2738418 by CK
- J'aime cuisiner pour mes amis.I like cooking for my friends.
- J'aime cuisiner des plats italiens.I like cooking Italian dishes.
Example conversation
A couple is discussing their weekend plans at home.
- ManonJ'aime cuisiner le dimanche.I like cooking on Sundays.
- GabrielEst-ce que tu veux préparer le dîner ?Do you want to prepare dinner?
- ManonOui, je vais cuisiner quelque chose de bon.Yes, I am going to cook something good.
- GabrielSuper, j'ai hâte de manger !Great, I can't wait to eat!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cuisiner, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
