vente au détail /vˈɑ̃todetˈaj/ · noun · CEFR B2. French translation of "retail".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: la vente au détail
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: retail
  • IPA: /vˈɑ̃todetˈaj/
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: la
  • Image:Photo of vente au détail (French)

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Example Sentences

  • Elle travaille dans la vente au détail et aime aider les clients. English: She works in retail and likes helping customers.
  • Les ventes au détail ont augmenté ce trimestre. English: Retail sales increased this quarter.
  • L'entreprise a ouvert un nouveau magasin de vente au détail en centre-ville. English: The company opened a new retail store downtown.

When and How to Use "vente au détail"

Use "vente au détail" when you want to talk about "retail" in French. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B2 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 "vente au détail" mean in French?

"vente au détail" is the French word for "retail".

What CEFR level is "vente au détail"?

"vente au détail" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "vente au détail"?

"vente au détail" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "vente au détail" in a sentence?

Elle travaille dans la vente au détail et aime aider les clients.

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