la baguette
The English phrase "the baguette" is translated into French as la baguette.
la baguette refers to a long, thin loaf of French bread.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of the phrase is les baguettes.
Did you know?
- By French law, a baguette de tradition française can only contain four ingredients: wheat flour, water, salt and yeast. No additives or preservatives are allowed in this specific variety.
- French people often tear off and eat the crusty end of the baguette, known as le quignon, before they even get home from the bakery.
- The word baguette literally translates to 'little stick' or 'wand' in French. It refers to the shape of the bread rather than the bread itself.
Examples in context
- La baguette est française.The baguette is French.This sentence is useful for stating that la baguette is French.Tatoeba #467441 by sacredceltic, translation #465487 by FeuDRenais
- Bonjour, je voudrais prendre une baguette s'il vous plaît.Hello, I would like to have a baguette, please.
- Est-ce que tu peux m'acheter une flûte à la boulangerie ?Can you buy me a baguette at the bakery?
- Je préfère une baguette traditionnelle, s'il te plaît.I prefer a traditional baguette, please.
- La baguette est encore très chaude.The baguette is still very warm.
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are at a local bakery.
- NathanEst-ce que la baguette est bonne ici ?Is the baguette good here?
- ManonOui, Nathan, la baguette est excellente.Yes, Nathan, the baguette is excellent.
- NathanParfait, je vais en acheter une.Perfect, I am going to buy one.
- ManonN'oublie pas de la manger avec du fromage.Don't forget to eat it with some cheese.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
