English–French

“cafeteria” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kɑ̃tin/

Example

On va à la cantine ce midi ?

Are we going to the cafeteria at noon today?

Illustration for cantine (cafeteria)

How to say “cafeteria” in French

“Cafeteria” in French is cantine.

A meal-service space inside a school, workplace, or barracks.

Full entry for cantine: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with cantine

Le personnel préfère la cantine d'entreprise.

The staff prefers the company cafeteria.

Tips for using cantine

  • English canteen often means a water container or a small shop, while French cantine commonly means an institutional dining service or its dining room.

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