Bouchées (en. Bites)

[buʃe]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Small bites of food generally served as hors d'œuvres.

The cheese bites were delicious.

Les bouchées de fromage étaient délicieuses.

Edible morsels often served at receptions.

She prepared bites for the cocktail.

Elle a préparé des bouchées pour le cocktail.

Portions of food designed to be eaten in one bite.

These bites are perfect for guests.

Ces bouchées sont parfaites pour les invités.

The word "bouchées" comes from the verb "boucher," which means "to fill" or "to stop up" something.

to take small bites

To eat small portions.

faire des bouchées

bite by bite

Gradually, a small amount at a time.

bouchée par bouchée

appetizer bites

Small appetizers served at the beginning of a meal.

bouchées apéritives

bouchée

A portion of food that can be placed in the mouth.

bouchée

bouchon

An object used to seal a bottle.

bouchon

boucher

A person who cuts and sells meat.

boucher

Refers to a small quantity of something, often related to food.

I had a few bites, it was very good.

J'en ai pris quelques bouchées, c'était très bon.

Used to describe a brief piece of information or news.

I received a few bits of news about the project.

J'ai reçu quelques bouchées de nouvelles sur le projet.