Comtois (en. Comtois)
/kɒ̃.twa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Related to the Franche-Comté region.
Comtoise cuisine often uses Comté cheese.
La cuisine comtoise utilise souvent du fromage de Comté.
Refers to the traditions or products of Franche-Comté.
Comtois costumes are very colorful and typical of the region.
Les costumes comtois sont très colorés et typiques de la région.
Related to the dialect spoken in Franche-Comté.
He speaks a comtois that is different from standard French.
Il parle un comtois qui est différent du français standard.
Etymology
From the name of the historical region of Franche-Comté in France.
Common Phrases and Expressions
my cooking is comtoise
This phrase means that the prepared dishes come from the culinary traditions of Franche-Comté.
ma cuisine est comtoise
a comtois cheese
It refers to a type of cheese originating from the region.
un fromage comtois
comtois culture
Refers to the customs and practices associated with the region of Franche-Comté.
la culture comtoise
Related Words
franche-comté
Historical region of Doubs and Jura in France.
franche-comté
comté
Type of cheese produced in the Franche-Comté region.
comté
mont d'or
A creamy cheese typical of the comtois region.
mont d'or
Slang Meanings
An affectionate term used to refer to a resident of Franche-Comté.
Look at this comtois, he comes from the region, he masters the local cuisine.
Regarde ce comtois, il vient de la région, il maîtrise la cuisine locale.
In reference to a behavior typical of the residents of Franche-Comté, often considered welcoming.
He is really comtois, always ready to share a glass of wine.
Il est vraiment comtois, toujours prêt à partager un verre de vin.