denrées

Denrées is a French term that generally translates to "goods" or "commodities" in English. Its meaning can vary depending on the context, but it most commonly refers to consumable items, particularly foodstuffs. In a broader economic sense, it can encompass any raw material or primary agricultural product that is bought and sold.

The term is often used in trade and commerce to describe goods that are standardized and interchangeable, such as grains, sugar, coffee, and metals. These are often referred to as staple commodities. The price of these denrées is typically determined by global supply and demand.

In everyday French, "denrées alimentaires" specifically refers to food items, the provisions that are consumed by people. This usage emphasizes the consumable nature of these goods. Therefore, when discussing food products in a French context, the term denrées is frequently encountered. The concept of denrées highlights the essential nature of basic goods, especially those that sustain life, in both economic and societal terms.