Menus (en. Menus)
/mən.y/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A document that presents the available dishes and drinks.
The restaurant's menu is very varied.
Le menu du restaurant est très varié.
A set of choices or options, often within software.
To update the software, follow the instructions in the menu.
Pour mettre à jour le logiciel, suivez les instructions du menu.
In a better gastronomic presentation.
She prepared an exceptional menu for her dinner.
Elle a préparé un menu exceptionnel pour son dîner.
Etymology
From the Latin 'minutus' which means 'small'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
daily special
Dish offered on a specific day in a restaurant.
menu du jour
according to the menu
In accordance with what is proposed in the menu.
selon le menu
change the menu
Modify the options offered.
changer de menu
Related Words
menu
List of available options in an establishment.
carte
starter
First dish served in a meal.
entrée
dish
A food prepared and presented to be consumed.
plat
Slang Meanings
Menus often used to describe something lighter or less important.
This concern is really a minor problem.
Ce souci est vraiment un menu problème.
Used to refer to a small amount or low effort.
I just made a small effort for this task.
J'ai juste fait un menu effort pour cette tâche.