Viandes (en. Meats)

/vjɑ̃d/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

The collection of different types of meat that can be consumed.

Red meats are often richer in iron.

Les viandes rouges sont souvent plus riches en fer.

Food item derived from slaughtered animals.

In this restaurant, the meats come from organic farms.

Dans ce restaurant, les viandes proviennent d'élevages bio.

Meat-based products, such as sausages or cold cuts.

Prepared meats should be kept refrigerated.

Les viandes préparées doivent être conservées au frais.

From the Latin 'viventia', meaning 'that which sustains life'.

to have the meat

To be in good health.

avoir la viande

meat at will

Unlimited consumption of meat.

viande à volonté

cook the meat

Prepare the meat according to your culinary preferences.

faites cuire la viande

butcher

A person who prepares and sells meat.

boucher

cold cuts

Prepared meat products, such as sausages or pâtés.

charcuterie

skewer

A piece of meat cooked on a skewer.

brochette

Inferior quality meat.

This meat is 'bottom-quality meat'.

Cette viande, c'est de la 'viande de bas étage'.

Meat cooked to perfection.

I prefer my meat 'rare' rather than 'well done'.

Je préfère ma viande 'saignante' plutôt que 'bien cuite'.