micro-ondes /mikʁˈoˈɔ̃d/ · noun · CEFR B1. French translation of "microwave".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: micro-ondes
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: microwave
  • IPA: /mikʁˈoˈɔ̃d/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of micro-ondes (French)

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Example Sentences

  • Je réchauffe mon déjeuner au micro-ondes. English: I heat up my lunch in the microwave.
  • Le micro-ondes bippe quand la nourriture est prête. English: The microwave beeps when the food is ready.
  • Elle a acheté un nouveau micro-ondes pour la cuisine. English: She bought a new microwave for the kitchen.

When and How to Use "micro-ondes"

Use "micro-ondes" when you want to talk about "microwave" in French. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "micro-ondes" mean in French?

"micro-ondes" is the French word for "microwave".

What CEFR level is "micro-ondes"?

"micro-ondes" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "micro-ondes"?

"micro-ondes" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "micro-ondes" in a sentence?

Je réchauffe mon déjeuner au micro-ondes.

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