45 le travers demi-sel.
45 for the half-salted spare ribs.
Language note: In French, prices are often stated before the item, unlike in English.
Culture note: Demi-sel means 'half-salted', referring to the traditional French practice of partially salting meats and cheeses.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
45
[ca-ront-senk]
45
The number forty-five, often used in prices or counts.
Il a vu le film 45 fois.
He watched the movie 45 times.
le
[luh]
the
A definite article used before a specific noun.
Le film était génial.
The movie was great.
travers
[tra-vair]
rib
Referring to a cut of meat from the rib section.
Il a commandé le travers pour le dîner.
He ordered the ribs for dinner.
demi-sel
[duh-mee-sel]
semi-salted
Partially salted, often referring to a way of preserving food.
Le fromage demi-sel est délicieux.
The semi-salted cheese is delicious.
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