French Conversation · Level 173
15 words
French word
argenterie
Pronunciation
IPA/aʁʒɑ̃təʁi/
Meaning
- feminine nounsilverware
Example
Nous avons mis l'argenterie sur la table.
We put the silverware on the table.
More examples
Le maître de maison a fait briller l'argenterie avant le dîner.
The head of the household polished the silverware before dinner.
Core concept
A household group of polished silver pieces gathered around the dining table or a display cabinet.
Common phrases
faire briller l'argenterie
polish the silverware
l'argenterie de table
table silverware
laver l'argenterie
wash the silverware
Similar words
couverts: Knives, forks, and spoons used together at the table.
vaisselle: Plates, bowls, and other dishes used at the table.
Definition in French
Collection d'objets en argent, servant au service ou à l'ornement et souvent associée à une valeur décorative ou historique.
Word origin
The noun combines argent, "silver," with -erie, a suffix used in French for a collection or category of related objects.
Usage tips
- French distinguishes silver from silver plating when needed: an item made of the latter is often called plaqué argent.
Related words
- argentésilver-coloredadjective
- argentersilver-plateverb