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    Boissons (en. Drinks)

    /bwa.sɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Liquids that can be drunk.
    Drinks can be alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
    Les boissons peuvent être alcoolisées ou non.
    Consumable products such as sodas, waters, juices.
    He ordered several drinks for the party.
    Il a commandé plusieurs boissons pour la fête.
    A collection of liquid preparations intended to quench thirst.
    Hot drinks like tea and coffee are enjoyed in winter.
    Les boissons chaudes comme le thé et le café sont appréciées en hiver.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'boisson', which comes from the verb 'boire' (to drink).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chilled drinks
    Drinks served at a cool temperature.
    boissons fraiches
    carbonated drinks
    Sodas or other drinks containing gas.
    boissons gazeuses
    slow down with drinks
    Taking your time while sipping a drink.
    ralentir avec des boissons
    choose your drinks
    Deciding which liquids to consume.
    choisir ses boissons

    Related Words

    drink
    The action of consuming a liquid.
    boire
    beverage
    Another term used to refer to a drink, often found in poetry.
    breuvage
    soda
    Sweet carbonated drink.
    soda
    juice
    Drink made by pressing fruits or vegetables.
    jus

    Slang Meanings

    To have a drink
    Let's go have a drink after work.
    On va se biaiser un verre après le travail.
    To have a pint
    We're going to have a pint at the pub tonight.
    On va tirer une pint au pub ce soir.
    A small glass
    Come over for a small drink at my place.
    Viens prendre un petit verre chez moi.