Nanette (en. Nanette)

/na.nɛt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A small elongated bread usually sweet.

I bought a nanette at the bakery this morning.

J'ai acheté une nanette à la boulangerie ce matin.

An affectionate term for a young girl or woman.

My little nanette passed her exam.

Ma petite nanette a réussi son examen.

Derived from the proper name 'Nanette', a diminutive form of 'Anna' or 'Anne'.

to make a nanette

To give oneself a light and cheerful appearance.

faire une nanette

to see a nanette

To catch sight of someone pleasant or amusing.

voir une nanette

bakery

Establishment where bread and pastries are sold.

boulangerie

pastry shop

Establishment specialized in making and selling pastries.

pâtisserie

A cheerful and affectionate person.

She is always in a good mood, she is a real nanette.

Elle est toujours de bonne humeur, c'est une vraie nanette.

A small jewel or object of sentimental value.

This brooch is my nanette, I can't part with it.

Cette broche est ma nanette, je ne peux pas m'en séparer.