Le dessert
Example: Le dessert au chocolat est mon préféré après le dîner.
Definition
"Le dessert" refers to the sweet course typically served at the end of a meal. It often includes items like cakes, pastries, or fruit, enjoyed to conclude dining with a pleasant and flavorful experience.
Etymology
The French word "le dessert" comes from the Old French 'desservir,' meaning 'to clear the table.' Originally, it referred to the act of removing dishes before serving the final sweet course, which later became synonymous with the sweet dish itself.
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"Le dessert" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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