Rest in French
In French
laisser reposer
Definition
Definition in EnglishTo leave cooked meat for a short time before cutting or serving it so that its juices settle.
Definition in FrenchLaisser reposer une viande cuite avant de la couper ou de la servir pour que ses jus se répartissent.
Example sentences
Laisse reposer le steak pendant que je finis la sauce ; il sera plus facile à trancher.
Let the steak rest while I finish the sauce; it'll be easier to slice.
Tu avais laissé reposer la viande avant de la couper ? Il y a du jus partout sur la planche.
Had you rested the meat before cutting it? There's juice all over the board.