assiette

In a sentence

• Je mange de la soupe dans une assiette creuse.

  I am eating soup in a deep plate.

  Here, 'assiette' represents the physical dish or plate being used to hold the soup.

• Il faut garder une bonne assiette lorsqu'on fait du cheval.

  You must maintain a good seat when riding a horse.

  In this sentence, 'assiette' refers metaphorically to one's sitting posture or balance, particularly while riding.

• La diversité des aliments sur son assiette montre son goût varié.

  The diversity of foods on his plate shows his varied taste.

  Here, 'assiette' again refers to a physical plate but highlights its contents, emphasizing the variety of food presented.