English Explanatory Dictionary

bon appétit

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. Used to wish someone enjoyment of the meal they are about to eat.

Pronunciation

/ˌbɒn apəˈtiː/ /ˌboʊn æpəˈti(t)/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-bon appétit.wav

Word forms

bon appétit bon appetit bone apple tea bone apple teeth

Etymology

Unadapted borrowing from French bon appétit (literally “good appetite”).

Synonyms

enjoy your meal
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