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bistro

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Noun — A small, casual restaurant, often serving simple French-style food.

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Etymology

From French bistro(t), first recorded around the 1880s meaning "tavern keeper", of uncertain regional dialect origin.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bistro” mean?

The word “bistro” means a small, casual restaurant, often serving simple French-style food. In plain terms, a small, relaxed restaurant, typically French in style.

How do you pronounce “bistro”?

“Bistro” is pronounced BEEST-roh (/ˈbiːstɹoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “bistro” in a sentence?

Here is “bistro” used in a sentence: “They found a cozy bistro tucked down a side street in Paris.”

What part of speech is “bistro”?

“Bistro” is a noun.

Where does the word “bistro” come from?

The word “bistro” dates back to around 1880 and comes from French. From French bistro(t), first recorded around the 1880s meaning "tavern keeper", of uncertain regional dialect origin.

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