French word

verre

Pronunciation

IPA/vɛʁ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounglass

Example

Peux-tu me passer le verre, s'il te plaît ?

Could you pass me the glass, please?

Illustration for verre (glass)

More examples

Il a laissé son verre sur la table.

He left his glass on the table.

Core concept

A clear cup-shaped container that carries a drink from a table to the lips.

Common phrases

  • un verre d'eau

    a glass of water

  • un verre de vin

    a glass of wine

  • un verre vide

    an empty glass

Similar words

bouteille: A narrow-necked, closable container for storing and carrying liquids.
carafe: A wide-mouthed vessel with a spout for pouring drinks at the table.
gobelet: A simple paper or plastic cup for drinking outdoors.
tasse: A handled cup mainly used for hot drinks.

Definition in French

Récipient généralement fabriqué en verre, destiné à contenir une boisson et à être porté à la bouche pour boire.

Word origin

The French noun verre developed from Latin vitrum through Old French, extending from the substance glass to a vessel made of that substance.

Usage tips

  • Verre, vers, and vert are normally pronounced alike in the singular, so spelling and context distinguish them.

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