French Expression · Intermediate
En vrac
In bulk / Messy / Disorganized
Pronunciation: ahn VRAK
Meaning
Describes items sold without packaging, or things that are scattered and disorganized.
Example
J'ai acheté des pâtes en vrac pour réduire mes déchets. / Mes affaires sont toutes en vrac dans mon sac.
I bought pasta in bulk to reduce my waste. / My things are all messy in my bag.
Practice tips
- Practice En vrac out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French expression is for intermediate-level learners.