Couper
Example: Je vais couper le gâteau en six parts égales.
Definition
"Couper" means to cut or divide something into parts, often using a sharp instrument. It involves separating an object physically, such as cutting a cake into equal pieces, as in the example phrase 'Je vais couper le gâteau en six parts égales.'
Etymology
The French verb "couper" comes from the Old French word 'coper,' which was borrowed from the Late Latin 'caupare,' meaning to cut or strike. Its origins trace back to the Latin word 'capare,' related to cutting or shaping. Did you know that "couper" is related to the English word 'cop' in old dialects, which also meant to strike or cut?
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"Couper" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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