Quelques
A few
Language note: Pronounce 'kelk'. It's often used in expressions like 'quelques minutes' (a few minutes).
Culture note: In café culture, 'quelques' is often used to describe a short wait—French people value their time spent enjoying coffee.
Context: The timeframe for completion is being outlined.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Quelques
[kuhlk]
Some
Refers to an unspecified small number or amount.
J'ai vu quelques amis au café.
I saw some friends at the café.
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