No. 11,574 in French

régaler

To treat or entertain, especially with food or enjoyment.

In a sentence

Je vais vous régaler avec un délicieux repas ce soir.
I will treat you to a delicious meal tonight.
In this sentence, 'régaler' is used to express delighting someone by providing something enjoyable or pleasing, such as a meal.
Elle se régale chaque fois qu'elle mange de la tarte aux pommes.
She thoroughly enjoys every time she eats apple pie.
Here, 'régaler' is reflexive ('se régale'), indicating that the subject is greatly enjoying something.
Les contes du vieux marin régalent les auditeurs autour du feu.
The old sailor's tales entertain the listeners around the fire.
In this instance, 'régaler' conveys the idea of providing enjoyment or amusement through storytelling or entertainment.

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