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    Denrées (en. Commodities)

    [dɑ̃ʁe]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Edible products commonly used in food.
    The foodstuffs were on sale at the supermarket.
    Les denrées alimentaires étaient en promotion au supermarché.
    Goods in general, often of primary necessity.
    It is essential to stock up on goods before winter.
    Il est essentiel de stocker les denrées avant l'hiver.
    Goods or products that can be exchanged in the market.
    Basic goods are often subsidized by the state.
    Les denrées de base sont souvent subventionnées par l'État.

    Etymology

    Originating from the Old French word 'denrée', derived from the Latin 'dicerna', which means 'provision'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    foodstuffs
    Products intended for human consumption.
    denrées alimentaires
    secure the goods
    Ensure the protection and availability of food resources.
    sécuriser les denrées
    commodities market
    Economy related to the buying and selling of products.
    marché des denrées

    Related Words

    staple goods
    Fundamental food product in daily diet.
    denrée de base
    perishable goods
    Food product that deteriorates quickly.
    denrée périssable
    imported goods
    Food product that comes from another country.
    denrée importée

    Slang Meanings

    grub
    I bought grub for the weekend.
    J'ai acheté de la bouffe pour le weekend.
    to eat
    We've got enough to eat for the week.
    On a de quoi manger pour la semaine.