tasse
cup
The word 'tasse' is the French equivalent of the English word 'cup'. It is used to refer to a small container with a handle, often used for drinking hot beverages such as coffee or tea. In a more general sense, it can also refer to any small bowl-shaped container.
Example sentences using: tasse
La tasse est sur la table.
The cup is on the table.
This is an example of a basic declarative sentence in French, using the verb 'est' (is) to describe the location of the 'tasse' (cup). The phrase 'sur la table' translates as 'on the table'.
Cette tasse est à moi.
This cup is mine.
This sentence uses the possessive 'à moi' (mine) to indicate ownership. 'Cette' is a demonstrative adjective used to specify 'tasse' (cup). The sentence structure of 'This... is mine' is common in French.
J'ai une tasse de café tous les matins.
I have a cup of coffee every morning.
This sentence expresses a personal habit using the present tense. The word 'tasse' here means 'cup', and the phrase 'tous les matins' means 'every morning'.