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Pastries: meaning, definitions and examples

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pastries

 

[ ˈpeɪstriːz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

baked goods

Pastries are a type of baked food that typically consists of a dough made from flour, water, and fat, which is often sweetened. They can include a variety of items such as pies, tarts, croissants, and Danish pastries. Pastries are usually known for their flaky or crisp texture and can be filled or topped with fruit, cream, or chocolate.

Synonyms

baked goods, confectioneries, pastry products

Examples of usage

  • She bought a selection of pastries at the bakery.
  • The chef specializes in making delicious pastries.
  • I love the flaky crust of the pastries at this café.
  • They served an assortment of pastries at the brunch.

Translations

Translations of the word "pastries" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pastéis

🇮🇳 पेस्ट्रीज़

🇩🇪 Gebäck

🇮🇩 kue kering

🇺🇦 випічка

🇵🇱 ciastka

🇯🇵 ペストリー

🇫🇷 pâtisseries

🇪🇸 pasteles

🇹🇷 hamur işleri

🇰🇷 페이스트리

🇸🇦 المعجنات

🇨🇿 pečivo

🇸🇰 pečivo

🇨🇳 糕点

🇸🇮 pecivo

🇮🇸 bökur

🇰🇿 печенье

🇬🇪 ნამცხვრები

🇦🇿 xəmirlər

🇲🇽 pasteles

Etymology

The word 'pastry' originates from the Middle English word 'pastre', which derived from the Old French word 'pâté'. This in turn comes from the Latin word 'pasta', meaning 'dough' or 'paste'. Historically, pastries were used in ancient civilizations to enclose meat and other fillings, making them easier to store and transport. The art of pastry-making evolved over the centuries, especially in France, where the variety of doughs and techniques expanded significantly. By the 17th century, pastries became well-known as sweet treats, leading to the diverse assortment we enjoy today. Today, pastries are celebrated in many cultures around the world, often featured in celebrations and specialty desserts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,082, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.