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Meaning

"Bon appetit" is a French phrase that means "Enjoy your meal." It is often used to wish someone a pleasant dining experience before they start eating.

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Etymology

The phrase "bon appetit" comes from the French words "bon" meaning "good" and "appetit," which derives from the Latin "appetitus," meaning "appetite" or "desire." Thus, it translates to "good appetite."

Examples

  1. As the dinner was served, she smiled and said, "Bon appetit!" to her guests.
  2. After plating the food, the chef looked at the patrons and cheerfully exclaimed, "Bon appetit!"
  3. He raised his glass of wine and toasted, "To friends and good food, bon appetit!"
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