cut the bread

In French, 'couper le pain' is used to describe the action of slicing or dividing a loaf of bread into pieces. This phrase can be used in various contexts, such as during a meal when sharing bread, or in baking when preparing bread for serving. The verb 'couper' means 'to cut', and 'le pain' translates to 'the bread', making it a straightforward expression in both everyday conversation and culinary discussions.