j'aime manger de la pizza
The English phrase "I like to eat pizza" is translated into French as j'aime manger de la pizza.
This phrase is used to express a general preference for eating pizza.
What does it mean word for word?
Literally, the phrase translates to "I like to eat some pizza".
Which one should you use?
While 'j'aime manger de la pizza' specifies the act of eating, j'aime la pizza is a more common way to express a general preference for the food itself.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the partitive article de la to indicate an unspecified quantity of pizza. Note that using la pizza instead of de la pizza would imply you like a specific, previously mentioned pizza rather than pizza in general.
Did you know?
- French speakers use the expression manger sur le pouce to describe eating a pizza or sandwich quickly while standing up.
- The French word manger comes from the Late Latin manducāre, which specifically meant to 'chew' or 'devour'.
- French has adopted the specific Italian term pizzaïolo to describe a professional pizza maker.
Examples in context
- J'aime manger de la pizza au petit-déjeuner.I like to eat pizza for breakfast.This sentence shows how to use j'aime manger de la pizza when mentioning a specific meal time like breakfast.Tatoeba #10787848 by megamanenm, translation #10787837 by megamanenm
- J'aime manger de la pizza. C'est délicieux!I like to eat pizza. It's delicious!
- J'adore bouffer de la pizza! Surtout avec beaucoup de fromage!I love to chow down on pizza! Especially with lots of cheese!
- J'aime manger de la pizza le samedi soir.I like to eat pizza on Saturday evenings.
- J'aime manger de la pizza quand je sors.I like to eat pizza when I go out.
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are discussing what to have for dinner.
- NathanQu'est-ce qu'on mange ce soir, Manon ?What are we eating tonight, Manon?
- ManonJe ne sais pas, et toi ?I don't know, and you?
- NathanMoi, j'aime manger de la pizza.Me, I like to eat pizza.
- ManonC'est une excellente idée !That is a great idea!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, la, manger, pizza, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
