moules
The English word "mussels" is translated into French as moules.
The word moules refers to edible shellfish characterized by a dark blue or black shell.
Did you know?
- The word moules is also the word used for 'molds' used in baking or casting. This means a baker might talk about 'moules' in a completely different context.
- In Belgium, moules-frites is considered a national dish. It is traditionally served with fries and a side of mayonnaise.
- French diners often use a specialized small fork or an empty mussel shell to extract the meat from other moules. Using a knife for this task is generally avoided.
Examples in context
- Je n'aime pas les moules.I don't like mussels.This sentence is useful for expressing a dislike for moules.Tatoeba #6633876 by GB3, translation #6633654 by Eccles17
- Les moules ont des coquilles.Mussels have shells.This sentence is useful for describing that moules have shells.Tatoeba #7136128 by Micsmithel, translation #4466800 by orcrist
- Tu préfères les moules ou les huîtres ?Do you prefer mussels or oysters?This sentence is useful for asking whether someone prefers moules or oysters.Tatoeba #3777886 by kamillel, translation #3774702 by Hybrid
- J'ai préparé des moules marinières pour le dîner.I prepared mariner-style mussels for dinner.
- Nous allons en Bretagne où les moules sont incroyablement savoureuses.We are going to Brittany where the mussels are incredibly tasty.
- Commandez une assiette de mouclade pour découvrir une spécialité de la région.Order a plate of mouclade to experience a local specialty.
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Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are at a seafood restaurant.
- GabrielEst-ce que tu veux commander des moules ?Do you want to order some mussels?
- ChloéOui, j'adore les moules au vin blanc.Yes, I love mussels in white wine.
- GabrielMoi aussi, je vais prendre le même plat.Me too, I will have the same dish.
- ChloéC'est une excellente idée, Gabriel.That's an excellent idea, Gabriel.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
