This is the 3173rd most frequent French word.
raclette
Raclette: A Swiss dish of melted cheese served with potatoes, vegetables, or meats.
Here, 'raclette' refers to the traditional dish featuring melted cheese served with potatoes, pickles, and often charcuterie.
Je prépare une raclette pour le dîner ce soir.
I am preparing a raclette for dinner tonight.
In this sentence, 'raclette' refers to the social context and nature of the meal, emphasizing the act of sharing as part of the tradition.
La raclette est connue pour rassembler les gens autour d’une table conviviale.
Raclette is known for bringing people together around a convivial table.
Here, 'raclette' is used to describe the appliance or grill specifically designed for preparing the raclette dish.