Supplément (en. Supplement)
/sy.plə.mɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
An addition to something, such as an additional article or volume.
The supplement of the newspaper contains exclusive information.
Le supplément du journal contient des informations exclusives.
An additional portion of something, often for specific needs.
He took a vitamin supplement for his health.
Il a pris un supplément de vitamines pour sa santé.
An addition to a document or original text.
This book has a supplement with notes from the author.
Ce livre a un supplément avec des notes de l'auteur.
Etymology
From the Latin 'supplementum', meaning addition or supplements.
Common Phrases and Expressions
supplement of information
Additional information provided.
supplément d'information
to have a supplement on the menu
To offer additional choices or options.
avoir un supplément au menu
to ask for a supplement
To make a request for an additional portion.
demander un supplément
Related Words
complement
A thing that complements another.
complément
addition
The action of adding something.
ajout
annex
Document or item added to a main text.
annexe
Slang Meanings
An extra requested
He ordered a supplement of fries with his burger.
Il a pris un supplément de frites avec son burger.
An optional addition
You can have a supplement of cheese on your pizza.
Tu peux avoir un supplément de fromage sur ta pizza.