French word

tasse

Pronunciation

IPA/tas/

Meaning

  • feminine nouncup

Example

Pose la tasse sur la table, s'il te plaît.

Put the cup on the table, please.

Illustration for tasse (cup)

More examples

Je prends une tasse de thé avant de partir.

I have a cup of tea before leaving.

Core concept

A handled cup that contains a hot drink and measures the portion served in it.

Common phrases

  • une tasse de thé

    a cup of tea

  • une tasse de café

    a cup of coffee

Similar words

mug: A roomy handled cup designed for large servings of coffee or tea.
verre: A clear glass or plastic drinking container for water and cold beverages.
bol: A deep dish with a wide opening for soup, cereal, and similar foods.
gobelet: A lightweight paper or plastic cup intended for one-time use.

Definition in French

Récipient, souvent muni d'une anse, destiné à contenir une boisson chaude; le mot désigne aussi la quantité contenue dans ce récipient (une tasse).

Word origin

French tasse entered from Italian tazza, whose earlier source is associated with Arabic ṭās, a word for a shallow container.

Usage tips

  • In a cafe, une tasse de café specifies a cupful, whereas un café often refers to an espresso.

Other meanings

  • teacupnoun
  • cupfulnoun

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