parmesan
/paʁ.mə.zɑ̃/masculine
The English phrase "parmesan" is translated into French as parmesan.
The word parmesan refers to the hard, full-fat Italian cheese originating from Parma.
Meaning: hard, full-fat Italian cheese from Parma (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The word parmesan is a masculine noun. It can also function as an adjective meaning "from Parma".
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /paʁ.mə.zɑ̃/ and has 3 syllables.
Did you know?
- In France, you will often see the term parmesan used to describe any hard, grated cheese, even if it has no connection to Parma.
- You will often see parmesan paired with the acronym AOP, which stands for Appellation d'Origine Protégée to certify its geographic origin.
- The word parmesan is derived from the Vulgar Latin term *parmēsānus, which specifically denotes someone or something originating from the city of Parma.
Examples in context
- Saupoudrez le gratin de parmesan.Sprinkle the gratin with parmesan.This sentence is useful for learning how to use parmesan in a cooking context.Tatoeba #353342 by MUIRIEL, translation #2364960 by niceguydave
- J'adore le goût du parmesan.I love the taste of parmesan.
- Il reste du parmesan dans le frigo ?Is there any parmesan left in the fridge?
Example conversation
Manon and Lucas are preparing dinner together.
- ManonLucas, tu peux me passer le parmesan ?Lucas, can you pass me the parmesan?
- LucasOui, le voici.Yes, here it is.
- ManonMerci, je vais en mettre sur les pâtes.Thanks, I'm going to put some on the pasta.
- LucasC'est une excellente idée.That's a great idea.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “parmesan” translations and entries parmesan, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries parmesan, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
