No. 4,009 in French
cantine
"Cantine" means "canteen" or "cafeteria," typically where meals are served in schools or workplaces.
In a sentence
La cantine de l'école propose des repas équilibrés aux élèves.
The school cafeteria offers balanced meals to students.
The word 'cantine' here refers to a cafeteria or dining hall, specifically within a school setting.
Nous avons installé une petite cantine dans notre bureau pour les employés.
We set up a small snack bar in our office for the employees.
The word 'cantine' in this context indicates a snack bar or informal dining area within a workplace.
Durant le camping, nous avons utilisé une cantine pour le transport du matériel.
During camping, we used a trunk to transport the equipment.
Here, 'cantine' refers to a trunk or storage box used for carrying supplies, showcasing a broader meaning distinct from food-related contexts.
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