plat principal /plˈapʁɛ̃sipˈal/ · noun · CEFR B1. French translation of "main course".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: le plat principal
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: main course
  • IPA: /plˈapʁɛ̃sipˈal/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: le
  • Image:Photo of plat principal (French)

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Example Sentences

  • Je voudrais le poulet comme plat principal. English: I would like the chicken as the main course.
  • Le plat principal était délicieux et copieux. English: The main course was delicious and filling.
  • Après le plat principal, nous avons pris un dessert. English: After the main course, we had dessert.

When and How to Use "plat principal"

Use "plat principal" when you want to talk about "main course" 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 "plat principal" mean in French?

"plat principal" is the French word for "main course".

What CEFR level is "plat principal"?

"plat principal" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "plat principal"?

"plat principal" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "plat principal" in a sentence?

Je voudrais le poulet comme plat principal.

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