gaufres
The English word "waffles" is translated into French as gaufres.
The term refers to leavened batter cakes that are cooked between two patterned plates.
Which one should you use?
In a French culinary context, gaufres are often contrasted with crêpes (thin pancakes) as different types of breakfast or snack batters.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Specific varieties are recognized by their origins, such as les gaufres de Bruxelles, which refers to the style popular in Brussels and the gaufre de Liège, which is a denser, sugar-coated variety.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is gaufre.
Did you know?
- In French, the term gaufre is also used to describe a type of lace pattern or a specific type of decorative, perforated architectural detail.
- The word gaufre shares a common ancestor with the English word 'wafer'. Historically both referred to thin cakes baked between two plates.
- While gaufres are popular in France, they are almost inseparable from Belgian identity, where the different styles like gaufre de Liège serve as a source of intense regional pride.
Examples in context
- Aimez-vous les gaufres ?Do you like waffles?This sentence is useful for asking if someone likes gaufres.Tatoeba #7809607 by Aiji, translation #6447501 by Hybrid
- Nous avons confectionné des gaufres.We made waffles.This sentence is useful for stating that someone made gaufres.Tatoeba #1684585 by sacredceltic, translation #1683806 by Spamster
- Préférez-vous les gaufres ou les crêpes ?Do you prefer waffles or pancakes?This sentence is useful for asking whether someone prefers gaufres or crêpes.Tatoeba #5647406 by Aiji, translation #6037008 by ambsey
- Je vais acheter des gaufres pour le petit-déjeuner.I'm going to buy waffles for breakfast.
- Les gaufres sont délicieuses avec un peu de sirop d'érable.Waffles are delicious with a bit of maple syrup.
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Example conversation
Emma and Gabriel are at a street market in Belgium.
- EmmaRegarde, Gabriel ! Ils vendent des gaufres ici.Look, Gabriel! They are selling waffles here.
- GabrielMiam, je veux absolument goûter ces gaufres.Yum, I definitely want to taste those waffles.
- EmmaTu veux du chocolat sur tes gaufres ?Do you want chocolate on your waffles?
- GabrielOui, avec beaucoup de chocolat, s'il vous plaît.Yes, with lots of chocolate, please.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
