Parfait: meaning, definitions and examples

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parfait

 

[ pษ‘หrหˆfeษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

culinary dessert

A parfait is a layered dessert consisting of various ingredients, typically including yogurt, fruit, and granola. It is known for its visually appealing presentation and can be served in a glass to showcase the layers. Parfaits can be sweet, with layers of cream and fruit, or savory, using ingredients like vegetables and cheese. This dish is popular for breakfast or as a healthy snack and is often associated with French cuisine.

Synonyms

dessert, layered dessert

Examples of usage

  • I enjoyed a berry parfait with yogurt and honey for breakfast.
  • The chef prepared a delicious chocolate parfait for dessert.
  • You can create a refreshing parfait by layering fresh fruits and nuts.

Translations

Translations of the word "parfait" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น perfeito

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฐเคฟเคชเฅ‚เคฐเฅเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช perfekt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sempurna

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพัะบะพะฝะฐะปะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ idealny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฎŒ็’งใช (kanpeki na)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท parfait

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ perfecto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mรผkemmel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™„๋ฒฝํ•œ (wanbyeoghan)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุซุงู„ูŠ (mithali)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dokonalรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dokonalรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎŒ็พŽ็š„ (wรกnmฤ›i de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ popoln

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fullkominn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตะผะตะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒขแƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜ (martivi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผkษ™mmษ™l

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ perfecto

Word origin

The term 'parfait' originates from the French word for 'perfect' and was first used in the culinary context in the 19th century. Originally, parfaits were simple frozen desserts made from cream and sugar, which were then frozen into a smooth consistency. Over time, the definition evolved to encompass a wider variety of layered desserts, incorporating fruits, yogurts, and other ingredients. The popularity of parfaits soared in various cuisines, especially in America, where they became a favored item on breakfast menus. Today, parfaits are celebrated for their versatility and can be customized according to individual tastes and dietary needs, making them a staple in both home cooking and professional culinary settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,452, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.