prix fixe
The English phrase "prix fixe" translates to French as prix fixe.
In a restaurant context, prix fixe refers to a meal with a predetermined number of courses for a single price, as opposed to à la carte.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the noun prix (price) and the adjective fixe (fixed).
Is it said differently in some regions?
The expression Formule à prix fixe is commonly used in France.
Did you know?
- Ordering à la carte is the opposite of prix fixe, but in France, a menu often refers specifically to the fixed-price bundle rather than the physical list of all available foods.
- The word prix is a linguistic relative of the English word 'precious', as both originate from the Latin pretium, meaning 'value' or 'reward'.
- While prix fixe is common, many French bistros offer a menu du jour, which is a specific type of fixed-price meal that changes every single day based on the market.
Examples in context
- Le restaurant propose une formule à prix fixe incluant une entrée, un plat principal, et un dessert.The restaurant offers a fixed-price formula including a starter, a main course, and a dessert.
- Le restaurant propose un menu prix fixe.The restaurant offers a prix fixe menu.
- J'ai choisi l'option prix fixe.I chose the prix fixe option.
Example conversation
Emma and Gabriel are looking at a menu in a restaurant.
- EmmaLe prix fixe a l'air délicieux, Gabriel.The prix fixe looks delicious, Gabriel.
- GabrielOui, c'est beaucoup moins cher.Yes, it is much cheaper.
- EmmaOn commande le prix fixe tous les deux ?Shall we both order the prix fixe?
- GabrielD'accord, c'est une bonne idée.Okay, that is a good idea.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries fixe, prix, CC BY-SA 4.0.
