Poiret (en. Pear)
/pwaʁɛ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Fruit of the pear tree
The pear is a highly sought-after fruit in autumn.
Le poiret est un fruit très prisé en automne.
Specific variety of pear.
The Williams pear is known for its delicate flavor.
Le poiret Williams est connu pour sa saveur délicate.
Etymology
From the Latin 'pirus', which refers to the pear tree.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Eating a pear
Consuming a pear, often as a dessert.
Manger un poiret
Pear confit
Sweet preparation based on pear.
Confit de poiret
Related Words
pear tree
Tree that produces pears.
poirier
leek
Vegetable, different from the pear.
poireau
pear
Fruit of the pear tree, close to the pear.
poire
Slang Meanings
Refers to a naïve person.
He is a real pear; he believes everything he is told.
Il est un vrai poiret, il croit tout ce qu'on lui dit.
Designates something that is easy to obtain.
He was such a pear; I passed my exam without studying.
C'était un poiret, j'ai réussi mon examen sans étudier.