French translation of cachou is 
cachou

Meaning of "cachou" in English

Cachou refers to a small, aromatic lozenge that is often used to freshen breath after meals. These lozenges are typically made from a mixture of licorice and other flavoring agents. The term "cachou" can also refer to the catechu extract, which is derived from the bark of the Acacia tree and is used in the lozenges to impart its characteristic flavor and medicinal properties. Cachou lozenges were popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries, often carried in small tins for convenience.

Meaning of "cachou" in French

In French, "cachou" also refers to a small lozenge or pastille used to freshen the breath. Similar to its English counterpart, the French "cachou" is often made with licorice and other aromatic substances that provide a refreshing taste and aid in oral hygiene. The term may also refer to the catechu extract from Acacia trees, used in various applications including the coloring of textiles and as a flavoring agent. The cultural context and usage of "cachou" in France are consistent with its historical use as a breath freshener.

Pronunciation of "cachou" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [kæˈʃuː]

Pronunciation Variations: In English, "cachou" is generally pronounced consistently; however, regional accents might cause slight variations in the pronunciation of vowels, particularly among different English-speaking countries.

Pronunciation of "cachou" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [kaʃu]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation of "cachou" remains quite uniform across regions, though there might be minor variations in intonation between different French-speaking areas, particularly in France and Canada.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I always carry a cachou in my purse for fresh breath.
   (Je porte toujours un cachou dans mon sac pour une haleine fraîche.)

2. The taste of cachou is both sweet and spicy.
   (Le goût du cachou est à la fois sucré et épicé.)

3. After dinner, he offered me a cachou.
   (Après le dîner, il m'a offert un cachou.)

4. She enjoys the licorice flavor of cachou lozenges.
   (Elle aime la saveur de réglisse des pastilles de cachou.)

5. I found an old cachou tin in the attic.
   (J'ai trouvé une vieille boîte de cachou dans le grenier.)

6. The cachou is known for its refreshing properties.
   (Le cachou est connu pour ses propriétés rafraîchissantes.)

7. He popped a cachou into his mouth before the meeting.
   (Il a mis un cachou dans sa bouche avant la réunion.)

8. The cachou's aroma filled the room.
   (L'arôme du cachou a rempli la pièce.)

9. She always preferred cachou over other mints.
   (Elle a toujours préféré le cachou aux autres bonbons à la menthe.)

10. The tin of cachou was a gift from her grandmother.
    (La boîte de cachou était un cadeau de sa grand-mère.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "cachou" in English

Synonyms: lozenge, mint, pastille, candy, licorice

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: chew, gum, breath freshener, confection, tablet

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "cachou" in French

Synonyms: pastille, bonbon, réglisse, confiserie

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: gomme à mâcher, rafraîchisseur d'haleine, tablette, friandise

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