L'oeuf (en. The egg)

/lœf/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Reproductive organ of birds, usually edible.

I would like an omelette made with two eggs.

Je voudrais une omelette faite avec deux œufs.

Food product used in many recipes.

Eggs are essential in baking.

Les œufs sont essentiels dans la pâtisserie.

Symbol of rebirth and new life.

Easter eggs symbolize resurrection.

Les œufs de Pâques symbolisent la résurrection.

From the Latin 'ovum'.

to have an egg on the plate

To be in an unpleasant situation.

avoir un œuf sur le plat

to be in the egg

To be at the beginning of a project.

être dans l'œuf

to break an egg

To start something that cannot be undone.

casser un œuf

egg yolk

Yellow part of the egg, rich in nutrients.

jaune d'œuf

egg white

White part of the egg, often used for light recipes.

blanc d'œuf

omelette

Dish made from beaten eggs cooked in a pan.

omelette

Said of a somewhat 'naive' person.

This guy is a real egg, he still believes in fairy tales.

Ce gars est un vrai œuf, il croit encore aux contes de fées.

Evokes a person who doesn't take risks.

Don't be an egg, let's dare to do something bold!

Ne sois pas un œuf, osons faire quelque chose d'audacieux !