sans sulfate
The English phrase "sulfate free" is translated into French as sans sulfate.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the preposition sans meaning "without" and the noun sulfate meaning "sulfate".
How does it change in a sentence?
In French, it is common to use the plural form sans sulfates on product packaging to indicate the absence of sulfate compounds in general.
Did you know?
- While sans means 'without', it is used in the French idiom sans doute to mean 'probably'.
- In French grammar, sans is one of the few prepositions that can be followed by a noun without any accompanying article.
- French marketing often uses the word pur or naturel alongside sans sulfate to create a sense of luxury. In France, a 'sulfate free' label is often treated as a premium indicator of high-end hair care.
Examples in context
- Bonjour, je recherche un shampooing sans sulfate.Hello, I'm looking for a sulfate-free shampoo.
- Où puis-je trouver un shampoing sans SLS ici?Where can I find an SLS-free shampoo here?
- Ce shampooing est sans sulfate.This shampoo is sulfate free.
- Je cherche un produit sans sulfate.I am looking for a sulfate free product.
- Est-ce que ce gel est sans sulfate ?Is this gel sulfate free?
Example conversation
Emma and Gabriel are shopping for hair care products in a pharmacy.
- EmmaEst-ce que tu as trouvé un produit sans sulfate ?Did you find a sulfate free product?
- GabrielOui, j'ai pris ce nouveau shampooing sans sulfate.Yes, I picked up this new sulfate free shampoo.
- EmmaC'est une très bonne idée pour tes cheveux.That is a very good idea for your hair.
- GabrielMerci, je pense qu'il est plus doux.Thanks, I think it is gentler.
