j'aime faire de la pâtisserie
The English phrase "I like to bake" is translated into French as j'aime faire de la pâtisserie.
What does it mean word for word?
The expression faire de la pâtisserie literally translates to "to do some pastry-making" rather than using a single verb for "to bake".
Which one should you use?
You can also use the plural form j'aime faire des pâtisseries to emphasize the making of multiple specific pastry items. Note that faire de la pâtisserie is used specifically for sweet baked goods like cakes and pastries, whereas the verb cuire is the general term for cooking or baking something in an oven.
Did you know?
- In France, the distinction between pâtisserie and boulangerie is strict. A boulangerie specifically sells bread, while a pâtisserie focuses on cakes and sweets, though many shops combine both functions.
- The word pâtisserie is derived from pâte, meaning 'paste' or 'dough'. This reveals that French culture views baking primarily as the art of manipulating dough rather than just applying heat.
- The verb faire in this phrase shares its Latin ancestor facere with the English word 'factory'.
Examples in context
- J'aime énormément faire de la pâtisserie.I really love baking.
- J'aime faire de la pâtisserie, surtout les tartes.I like to bake, especially tarts.
- J'aime faire de la pâtisserie le dimanche.I like to bake on Sundays.
- Depuis mon enfance, j'aime faire de la pâtisserie.Since my childhood, I like to bake.
- Parce que j'aime faire de la pâtisserie, j'ai acheté un four.Because I like to bake, I bought an oven.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about their hobbies in a café.
- LucasMoi, j'aime faire de la pâtisserie pour mes amis.As for me, I like to bake for my friends.
- ManonC'est super, Lucas, tu es très doué !That's great, Lucas, you are very talented!
- LucasMerci, Manon, c'est un plaisir pour moi.Thanks, Manon, it's a pleasure for me.
- ManonTu devrais m'apporter des gâteaux la prochaine fois.You should bring me some cakes next time.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, faire, la, pâtisserie, CC BY-SA 4.0.
