Entrées (en. Entries)

ɑ̃.tʁe

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Dishes served at the beginning of a meal.
The appetizers can include salads or soups.
Les entrées peuvent inclure des salades ou des soupes.
Access way to a place.
The main entrance of the building is located on the left.
L'entrée principale du bâtiment est située à gauche.
Moment when a person appears in a context.
His stage entrance was acclaimed by the audience.
Son entrée en scène a été acclamée par le public.

Etymology

From the French verb 'entrer', meaning 'to make one's entrance'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Entry-level
Lower-quality entry product.
entrée de gamme
Stage entrance
Access reserved for artists in a theater.
entrée des artistes
To make one's entrance
To appear for the first time.
faire son entrée

Related Words

Entrance
Access to a place.
entrée
Access
Ability to enter somewhere.
accès
Platter
Dish serving as a space for several dishes.
plateau
Entry group
Selection of products or items.
groupe d'entrée

Slang Meanings

A simple or common dish.
Tonight, I don't want anything special, just an appetizer.
Ce soir, je ne veux rien de spécial, juste une entrée.
Something easy to prepare.
This appetizer is really quick to make.
Cette entrée est vraiment rapide à faire.