French phrase

~ se compose de ~.

Meaning

___ consists of ___.

When to use it

States that a whole has several components. Common in everyday descriptions and lists.

Example dialogue

La salade se compose de laitue, tomates et concombres.

The salad consists of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.

Parfait, je la prépare tout de suite.

Perfect, I'll prepare it right away.

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