French phrase
Je prendrai ~ en plat principal.
Meaning
I'll have ___ as my main course.
When to use it
Used when ordering and specifying a main course. It sounds natural in casual settings.
Example dialogue
Je prendrai une salade végétarienne en plat principal.
I'll have a vegetarian salad as my main course.
Bonne idée, c'est léger et sain.
Good idea, it's light and healthy.