Dorées (en. Golden)

/dɔ.ʁe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Characterized by a golden color.
The pancakes are perfectly golden.
Les crêpes sont parfaitement dorées.
That has been treated to achieve a golden color.
The meat was browned in the pan to enhance its flavor.
La viande a été dorée à la poêle pour en renforcer la saveur.
Refers to something that shines like gold.
The golden autumn leaves beautify the landscape.
Les feuilles d'automne dorées embellissent le paysage.

Etymology

From the verb 'to gild', which comes from the Latin 'deaurare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

golden spices
Mixture of spices that gives a golden color to dishes.
épices dorées
French toast
Bread soaked in a mixture of eggs and milk, then fried until golden.
pain doré
gold-plated jewelry
Jewelry that has a gold finish.
bijoux dorés

Related Words

to gild
Action of giving a golden color to something.
dorer
gilding
Application of a layer of gold on a surface.
dorure
gilded
That has been treated to become gilded.
doré

Slang Meanings

Refers to something that is loaded with values, essential.
This advice is truly golden, you should listen to it.
Ce conseil est vraiment doré, tu devrais l'écouter.
Used to describe a precious or memorable moment.
It was a golden day, I will never forget it.
C'était une journée dorée, je ne l'oublierai jamais.