How to Say ‘A starter’ in French
Une entrée
ewn ahn-tray
[ewn ahn-tray]
Phrase Breakdown
Une
[ewn]
a; an; one
Feminine singular article before a feminine noun.
Une entrée est souvent servie avant le plat.
A starter is often served before the main dish.
entrée
[ahn-tray]
starter; appetizer
The first course of a meal in French dining.
Une entrée peut être une salade ou une soupe.
A starter can be a salad or a soup.
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