à la française

American  

[a la frahn-sez] / a la frɑ̃ˈsɛz /

adjective

French.

1. in or according to the French manner or style.

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Example Sentences

The latest victim of political dysfunction à la française is Sébastien Lecornu, who quit after less than a month as PM.

From The Wall Street Journal

The placket is a fascinating spot for distinction; it can barge out front, or slither against you à la française, or hide entirely.

From Los Angeles Times

When they first settled in Seattle, Theresa worked at a sandwich shop and Augustine worked at the now-closed Pike Place Market bakery A La Francaise, while saving money to start another business.

From Seattle Times

And although learning about l’art de vivre a la française is integral to the program, so, too, is learning how not to be French.

From Washington Post

Pandemic isolation, the grim toll of widespread infection and death and months spent lounging in sweatpants can make slipping into the distant past via a robe à la française, swathed in 10 yards of silk, even more appealing.

From New York Times