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    Piquante (en. Spicy)

    /pikɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That causes a tingling or warm sensation in the mouth.
    This sauce is very spicy and makes you cry.
    Cette sauce est très piquante et fait pleurer.
    Refers to a sharp conversation or critique.
    He made biting remarks during the debate.
    Il a fait des remarques piquantes lors du débat.
    Refers to a strong flavor, often associated with spices.
    Indian dishes are often very spicy.
    Les plats indiens sont souvent très piquants.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'piquer', which means to provoke a small pain or irritation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a spicy dish
    A dish with a strong flavor that can provoke a sensation of heat.
    un plat piquant
    spicy style
    A style of speech that is direct and sometimes provocative.
    style piquant
    a biting critique
    A critique that is biting or acerbic.
    une critique piquante

    Related Words

    pepper
    A spice that adds heat to a dish.
    piment
    to sting
    To cause a sensation of irritation or pain.
    piquer
    sharp
    That is sharp, biting, often used to describe a comment or style.
    acéré

    Slang Meanings

    A spicy dish with a strong taste.
    This curry is really spicy, I can't eat it without water.
    Ce curry est vraiment piquant, je ne peux pas le manger sans eau.
    A cutting or sarcastic remark.
    His response was so sharp that everyone laughed.
    Sa réponse était tellement piquante que tout le monde a ri.