cerise

This is the 8947th most frequent French word.


cerise

Cherry.


In this sentence, 'cerise' is used as a noun to refer to a specific fruit.

J'ai une cerise dans mon panier.

I have a cherry in my basket.


Here, 'cerise' is employed as an adjective, describing a red hue reminiscent of cherries.

Elle adore la couleur cerise de cette robe.

She loves the cherry color of this dress.


In this case, 'cerise' is used comparatively as a descriptor to highlight an attribute similar to cherry.

Cette peinture est un peu plus cerise que bordeaux.

This painting is somewhat more cherry-like than maroon.