English–French

“culinary” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/kylinɛʁ/

Example

J'aime les festivals culinaires.

I like culinary festivals.

Illustration for culinaire (culinary)

How to say “culinary” in French

“Culinary” in French is culinaire.

A broad culinary setting linking cooking methods, prepared food, and the activities surrounding cuisine.

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

Example sentences with culinaire

Le marché propose des spécialités culinaires.

The market offers culinary specialties.

Tips for using culinaire

  • Culinaire is especially common in food-related descriptions such as festivals culinaires, while de la cuisine is often more conversational.

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