French word

soupe

Pronunciation

IPA/sup/

Meaning

  • feminine nounsoup

Example

La soupe est trop salée.

The soup is too salty.

Illustration for soupe (soup)

More examples

Je prends une soupe avant de dormir.

I have soup before going to bed.

Core concept

A spoonful-based meal in which broth carries solid food or softened bread.

Common phrases

  • une soupe chaude

    hot soup

  • un bol de soupe

    a bowl of soup

Similar words

bouillon: A clear broth made by simmering ingredients.
potage: A thick, hearty soup made from cooked vegetables.

Definition in French

Préparation liquide, généralement chaude, à base d'eau ou de bouillon, contenant légumes, viande ou pain, servie en bol ou en assiette.

Word origin

Old French soupe derives from Medieval Latin suppa, which was borrowed from a Germanic term for bread dipped in liquid.

Usage tips

  • Soupe is the broad everyday term, while bouillon often refers to clear broth and potage to a thicker preparation.

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