No. 10,650 in French
mirabelle
A small, sweet yellow plum.
In a sentence
J'aime manger des mirabelles fraîches en été.
I like to eat fresh mirabelles in the summer.
Here, 'mirabelle' is used to refer to the fruit, indicating seasonal enjoyment of fresh mirabelle plums.
La mirabelle est une spécialité de la Lorraine en France.
The mirabelle is a specialty of Lorraine in France.
In this sentence, the word 'mirabelle' identifies the fruit as a renowned product native to a specific region, highlighting its geographical and cultural association.
Elle a préparé une délicieuse tarte aux mirabelles.
She made a delicious mirabelle tart.
This usage demonstrates 'mirabelle' as an ingredient in a dish, emphasizing its culinary application in pastries or desserts.
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