French translation of johnnycake is 
johnnycake

Meaning of "johnnycake" in English

Johnnycake is a type of bread made with cornmeal, which is baked or fried on a griddle. Historically, it is a simple and traditional staple food in various parts of North America, especially the Northeastern United States. The bread has a dense texture and a slightly sweet or savory flavor, depending on the recipe, and it is often served hot, spread with butter or honey. Johnnycakes are known by various names like hoe cakes or journey cakes, and they have been a part of culinary traditions for centuries.

Meaning of "johnnycake" in French

In French, "johnnycake" refers to a simple and traditional cornmeal bread or cake prepared by frying or baking. It has been part of the culinary traditions in North America, especially in regions like the Northeastern United States. Known for its dense texture, johnnycake can be either sweet or savory and is often enjoyed hot, complemented with butter or honey. The term is sometimes associated with other names like "hoe cake" but retains its unique place in the history of North American cuisine.

Pronunciation of "johnnycake" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdʒɑː.ni.keɪk/

Pronunciation Variations: In some regions, the pronunciation might slightly differ but typically stays close to the standard form. Differences might arise more from accent than actual alterations in the phonetic components.

Pronunciation of "johnnycake" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ʒɔ.ni.kɛk/

Pronunciation Variations: Since "johnnycake" is borrowed directly into French, regional variations are minimal, more common in accent and intonation rather than pronunciation itself.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I made a delicious johnnycake for breakfast this morning.
   (J'ai préparé un délicieux johnnycake pour le petit-déjeuner ce matin.)

2. Johnnycake is a staple food in some parts of the United States.
   (Le johnnycake est un aliment de base dans certaines régions des États-Unis.)

3. She spread honey on her warm johnnycake.
   (Elle a étalé du miel sur son johnnycake chaud.)

4. Would you like your johnnycake with butter or syrup?
   (Voulez-vous votre johnnycake avec du beurre ou du sirop ?)

5. Historically, johnnycakes were often taken on long journeys.
   (Historiquement, les johnnycakes étaient souvent emportés pour de longs voyages.)

6. The johnnycake has a crispy texture on the outside.
   (Le johnnycake a une texture croustillante à l'extérieur.)

7. We served johnnycake alongside our meal.
   (Nous avons servi du johnnycake avec notre repas.)

8. Could you pass me another slice of johnnycake?
   (Pourriez-vous me passer une autre tranche de johnnycake ?)

9. The children loved munching on johnnycakes after school.
   (Les enfants aimaient grignoter des johnnycakes après l'école.)

10. There are many different recipes for johnnycake.
    (Il existe de nombreuses recettes différentes de johnnycake.)

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

Synonyms: cornbread, hoe cake, journey cake, corn cake, battercake.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: pancake, flapjack, griddlecake, tortilla, bannock.

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

Synonyms: galette de maïs, pain de maïs.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: tortilla, crêpe, bannock.

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