mimosa
The English phrase "mimosa" is translated into French as mimosa.
The word mimosa is used in French to refer to the same champagne and orange juice cocktail as in English.
Meaning: cocktail (noun)
Did you know?
- In French culinary terminology, a 'mimosa' can also describe a way of preparing hard-boiled eggs where the yolk is crumbled over the white to resemble the flower.
- The mimosa flower is often used in France as a symbol of International Women's Day, though this is a tradition distinct from the drink.
- France hosts a famous annual Fête du Mimosa in Nice, where the city is decorated with the yellow flowers that give the cocktail its name.
Examples in context
- Bonjour, je voudrais un mimosa s'il vous plaîtHello, I would like a mimosa, please
- Je voudrais un mimosa, s'il vous plaît.I would like a mimosa, please.
- Un mimosa est parfait pour le brunch.A mimosa is perfect for brunch.
- Elle a commandé un mimosa bien frais.She ordered a very cold mimosa.
Example conversation
Lucas and Manon are having brunch at a cafe.
- LucasTu veux commander un mimosa ?Do you want to order a mimosa?
- ManonOui, un mimosa serait génial !Yes, a mimosa would be great!
- LucasD'accord, je vais en prendre un aussi.Okay, I will have one too.
- ManonSuper, le service est très rapide ici.Super, the service is very fast here.
