Starbucks
Starbucks is the French name for the coffee shop chain Starbucks.
Meaning: chain of coffee shops (name)
Which one should you use?
Adding a definite article to form Le Starbucks is a commonplace, less formal way to refer to the chain.
Did you know?
- The arrival of Starbucks in France sparked a cultural debate about le terroir, the French idea that products are defined by their local geography and tradition rather than global branding.
- In France, coffee culture is so deeply tied to tradition that the arrival of Starbucks was often viewed as a symptom of 'américanisation', a term used by critics to describe the loss of authentic French cafe culture.
- In many parts of France, people are accustomed to drinking un café (an espresso) quickly while standing at a counter, making the large, customized drinks typical of Starbucks feel culturally foreign.
Examples in context
- Il est accro du café de Starbucks.He's addicted to Starbucks coffee.This sentence shows how to express an addiction to coffee from Starbucks.Tatoeba #394211 by qdii, translation #394209 by Conjuice
- Le café du coin a été remplacé par un Starbucks.The local coffee shop was replaced by a Starbucks.This sentence describes a local coffee shop being replaced by Starbucks.Tatoeba #3487319 by sacredceltic, translation #3476443 by Hybrid
- On se retrouve devant le Starbucks ?Shall we meet in front of the Starbucks?
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are deciding where to meet for a drink.
- NathanTu as envie d'un café ?Do you want a coffee?
- ManonOui, on va au Starbucks ?Yes, shall we go to the Starbucks?
- NathanBonne idée, Manon.Good idea, Manon.
- ManonParfait, je t'attends là-bas.Perfect, I'll wait for you there.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
