Coupe du monde féminine
The English phrase "women's world cup" is Coupe du monde féminine in French.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Coupe (cup), du monde (of the world) and féminine (feminine/women's).
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective féminine (feminine) must agree with the feminine noun Coupe (cup).
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly use Coupe du monde de femmes instead of the more natural féminine to describe the tournament.
Did you know?
- The word monde originally meant 'clean' or 'pure' in Latin. This is derived from the Latin root mundus, which implies a sense of order and cleanliness.
- When French speakers discuss the 'world' in a social sense, such as saying 'everyone', they use the word monde.
Examples in context
- As-tu suivi le Mondial des Femmes cette année ?Did you follow the Women's World Cup this year?
- Alors, tu supportes quelle équipe lors du Mondial des Femmes ?So, which team are you supporting in the Women's World Cup?
- Je regarde la Coupe du monde féminine.I am watching the women's world cup.
- Où est diffusée la Coupe du monde féminine ?Where is the women's world cup being broadcast?
- Elle adore la Coupe du monde féminine.She loves the women's world cup.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about sports in a cafe.
- LéaTu as suivi la Coupe du monde féminine ?Did you follow the women's world cup?
- GabrielOui, c'était vraiment passionnant !Yes, it was really exciting!
- LéaGabriel, tu veux regarder les matchs avec moi ?Gabriel, do you want to watch the matches with me?
- GabrielAvec plaisir, Léa !With pleasure, Léa!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries coupe, du, monde, CC BY-SA 4.0.
