Sarriette (en. Savory)

[saʁjɛt]

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Perennial herbaceous plant with a spicy taste, often used in cooking.
Savory is used to flavor meats and soups.
La sarriette s'utilise pour aromatiser les viandes et les soupes.
Aromatic herbs from the mint family, highly valued in Mediterranean cuisine.
She added savory to her sauce for a spicier taste.
Elle a ajouté de la sarriette à sa sauce pour un goût plus relevé.
Medicinal plant with digestive properties.
An infusion of savory is prepared to aid digestion.
On prépare une infusion de sarriette pour aider à la digestion.

Etymology

The word 'sarriette' comes from the Latin 'satureia', which also refers to this plant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

garden savory
A variety of savory grown in gardens.
sarriette des jardins
to add savory
To add savory to a culinary preparation.
mettre de la sarriette

Related Words

thyme
Aromatic plant frequently used in cooking, often in association with savory.
thym
oregano
Aromatic plant, similar to savory, used in Mediterranean cooking.
origan
rosemary
Strong-smelling herb, often used in cooking with savory.
romarin

Slang Meanings

Expresses a situation of spiciness or strong flavor.
This dish really has some spice!
Ce plat a vraiment de la sarriette !
Figurative sense to describe a lively or energetic personality.
She is full of energy today!
Elle est pleine de sarriette aujourd'hui !