No. 8,609 in French
appétit
Appétit: Appetite; a natural desire to eat.
In a sentence
J'ai perdu mon appétit depuis hier.
I have lost my appetite since yesterday.
The word 'appétit' is used to express the desire or ability to eat food, showing a personal physical state.
Son discours captivant a éveillé l'appétit du public pour le sujet.
His captivating speech aroused the audience's appetite for the subject.
The term 'appétit' here metaphorically expresses a strong interest or enthusiasm for a topic or activity.
Une promenade avant le repas peut stimuler l'appétit.
A walk before the meal can stimulate the appetite.
The word 'appétit' is used in a general sense to refer to hunger or the inclination to eat food, often influenced by activity or conditions.
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