This is the 5395th most frequent French word.
bassette
"Bassette" is a French term for a small basin or a shallow container.
In this sentence, 'bassette' refers to a breed of dog, commonly known as 'basset hound' in English. It is used as a noun and denotes the animal.
J'ai adopté une adorable bassette hier.
I adopted an adorable basset hound yesterday.
Here, 'bassette' again refers to the breed of dog depicted in a painting. It contextualizes its use in art and cultural scenarios, relating directly to its visual recognition.
La bassette dans le tableau représente une scène de chasse.
The basset hound in the painting represents a hunting scene.
In this example, 'bassette' is used to describe the dog seen in a moment of interaction with people during an activity, showcasing its characteristics and behavior.