Cidre (en. Cider)

/sidʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Non-alcoholic beverage, generally sparkling, made from apples.
Sweet cider is perfect for hot summer days.
Le cidre doux est parfait pour les chaudes journées d'été.
Land for raising cider apples.
Normandy is famous for its cider orchards.
La Normandie est célèbre pour ses vergers de cidre.
Product from a special orchard to make cider.
They choose specific apple varieties for their cider.
Ils choisissent des variétés de pommes spécifiques pour leur cidre.

Etymology

The word 'cider' comes from the Latin 'sicera', which referred to a fermented drink.

Common Phrases and Expressions

apple cider
Cider made from specific apples.
cidre de pomme
to make cider
Process of producing cider from apples.
faire du cidre
dry cider
Unsweetened cider, with a stronger taste.
cidre brut

Related Words

apple
Fruit of the apple tree, used to make cider.
pomme
orchard
Land planted with fruit trees, especially to produce cider.
verger
fermentation
Chemical process by which cider is produced.
fermentation

Slang Meanings

A refreshing drink that gives chills.
After a long walk, nothing is better than a good sparkling cider!
Après une longue marche, rien de mieux qu'un bon cidre pétillant !
A term for a person who drinks cider rather than wine.
Look at that guy, he prefers cider to cocktails.
Regarde ce type, il préfère le cidre aux cocktails.