How to Say “vegetarian” in French

végétarien

/veʒetaʁjˈɛ̃/

vegetarian

Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “végétarien” is /veʒetaʁjˈɛ̃/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

Context

This phrase belongs to the Food & Restaurants category. It is suitable for beginners.

“vegetarian” in Other Languages

Spanishvegetariano

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "végétarien" in French?+

The IPA pronunciation is /veʒetaʁjˈɛ̃/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

What does "végétarien" mean in English?+

"végétarien" translates to "vegetarian" in English. It belongs to the Food & Restaurants category.

Is "végétarien" formal or informal in French?+

This is a commonly used expression in everyday French conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

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