cuisson
cooking / degree of doneness
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/kɥi.sɔ̃/
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Cultural Note
When ordering steak in France, knowing the cuisson terms is essential: 'bleu' (very rare, almost raw), 'saignant' (rare), 'à point' (medium), and 'bien cuit' (well done). Most French people prefer their steak saignant, and ordering 'bien cuit' may earn you a disapproving look from the waiter.
📝 Example Sentences
Quelle cuisson pour votre steak — saignant, à point ou bien cuit ?
What doneness for your steak — rare, medium, or well done?
La cuisson du pain dure environ trente minutes.
The baking of bread takes about thirty minutes.