Qui regarde les poulets rôtis.
That's watching the chickens roasting.
Language note: Remember how 'qui' can turn parts of speech into descriptions, adding depth to sentences.
Culture note: Such observations in 'Amélie' highlight everyday life in Paris.
Context: Amélie points out the child's focus on something specific in the shop.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Qui
[kee]
Who
Refers to a person watching or observing something.
Qui regarde l'oiseau?
Who is watching the bird?
regarde
[ruh-gard]
watches
Views an object or event with attention.
Elle regarde le coucher de soleil.
She is watching the sunset.
les
[lay]
the
Definite article used to refer to specific things.
Les enfants jouent dans le parc.
The children are playing in the park.
poulets
[poo-lay]
chickens
Domestic fowls raised for meat or eggs.
Les poulets courent dans le jardin.
The chickens are running in the garden.
rôtis
[roh-tee]
roasted
Cooked in an oven or over a fire.
Les légumes rôtis sont délicieux.
The roasted vegetables are delicious.
Phrase Parts
Qui regarde
Les poulets rôtis
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