Does la pièce really mean each? How do you use it?

David C.C1Kwiziq community member

Does la pièce really mean each? How do you use it?

Asked 6 years ago
CécileKwiziq Native French TeacherCorrect answer

Hi David,

In the context of shopping you will encounter the word  pièce meaning each when it is priced per unit rather than weight .

Often seen on market stalls - 

Melon €6 pièce 

Hope this helps!

Chris W.C1Kwiziq Q&A super contributor

It's like "a piece" in English: 6 Euros a piece.

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Does la pièce really mean each? How do you use it?

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