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arroser v. verser un filet (de quelque chose)...is verser un filet less common or preferred? Thanks!

MarthaC1Kwiziq community member

arroser v. verser un filet (de quelque chose)...is verser un filet less common or preferred? Thanks!

This question relates to:French writing exercise "Salad Niçoise recipe"

Freeform Writing Exercise A2

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CécileKwiziq team memberCorrect answer

Hi Martha, 

Verser un filet (de vinaigre) means a small amount whereas arroser suggests a larger quantity of liquid.

You would for instance use 'arroser' for when you feed your Christmas cake in Brandy .

Hope this helps!

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MarthaC1Kwiziq community member

Thanks!

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