en-cas
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Usage Notes for 'en-cas'
- 'En-cas' is a masculine noun. This means you would say 'un en-cas' (a snack) or 'l'en-cas' (the snack).
- It's used to describe a small bite or light meal eaten between breakfast and lunch, or lunch and dinner. Think of it like a mid-morning snack, an afternoon snack, or even a late-night snack.
- It can refer to both the food item itself or the act of having a snack.
- While 'goûter' often implies a sweet snack, 'en-cas' can be savory or sweet.
Common Mistakes with 'en-cas'
- Confusing it with 'le repas' (meal): 'En-cas' is specifically a light bite between meals, not a full meal like breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- Forgetting its gender: As a masculine noun, always use 'un' or 'le' with it. Saying 'une en-cas' is incorrect.
- Using it interchangeably with 'goûter' in all contexts: While 'goûter' can be an 'en-cas', 'en-cas' is a broader term. 'Goûter' often specifically refers to a sweet afternoon snack, especially for children.
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واژههای بیشتر food
à base de
B1Made from; based on.
à la boulangerie
A2At the bakery.
à la carte
A2À la carte; ordering individual dishes from a menu.
à la charcuterie
A2At the deli; where cold meats and prepared foods are sold.
à la coque
A2Soft-boiled (for eggs).
à la demande
B1On demand; upon request.
à la poêle
A2Cooked in a frying pan; pan-fried.
à la poissonnerie
A2At the fishmonger's; where fresh fish is sold.
à la vapeur
A2Cooked by steam; steamed.
à l'apéritif
B1As an aperitif, served before a meal.