creme de framboise: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Low (Specialized/Technical)Formal/Culinary
Quick answer
What does “creme de framboise” mean?
A French raspberry-flavored liqueur.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A French raspberry-flavored liqueur.
A sweet, strong alcoholic beverage made by infusing neutral spirit with raspberries and sugar, traditionally served as a digestif or used in cocktails.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Usage is identical. Both varieties of English adopt the French term. It may be italicized as a foreign term in formal writing in both regions.
Connotations
Associated with sophistication, fine dining, and cocktail culture. No regional difference in connotation.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both varieties, limited to specific contexts like menus, drink recipes, or gourmet discussions.
Grammar
How to Use “creme de framboise” in a Sentence
[Subject] contains crème de framboise.[Verb] a splash of crème de framboise.The [noun] is made with crème de framboise.Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “creme de framboise” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- [It is a noun phrase; no verb form.]
American English
- [It is a noun phrase; no verb form.]
adverb
British English
- [It is a noun phrase; no adverb form.]
American English
- [It is a noun phrase; no adverb form.]
adjective
British English
- [It is a noun phrase; not used attributively.]
American English
- [It is a noun phrase; not used attributively.]
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in the beverage industry, import/export, or hospitality procurement.
Academic
Rare. Possibly in culinary history or food science studies.
Everyday
Used when discussing cocktails, describing a drink, or reading a menu.
Technical
Standard term in mixology, bartending, and gourmet cooking.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “creme de framboise”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “creme de framboise”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “creme de framboise”
- Mispronouncing 'framboise' as /fræmˈbɔɪz/ or /ˈfræm.bɔɪs/.
- Misspelling as 'creme de frambois', 'creme de framboyse'.
- Confusing it with 'crème de cassis' (blackcurrant liqueur).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The word 'crème' in this context refers to the liqueur's sweet, creamy texture, not to an ingredient.
In an English context, it's commonly pronounced in a semi-anglicized way: /frɑːmˈbwɑːz/ in American English and /frɒ̃ˈbwɑːz/ (with a nasal vowel) in British English.
Yes, it can be used to flavor desserts like chocolate fondants, fruit salads, or sauces, though the alcohol may not fully cook off.
Crème de framboise is an alcoholic liqueur (typically 15-30% ABV), while raspberry syrup is non-alcoholic and used primarily as a flavoring or topping.
A French raspberry-flavored liqueur.
Creme de framboise is usually formal/culinary in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[No specific idioms. It is a fixed noun phrase.]”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a fancy French CREAM (crème) made from delicious FRAMED raspberries (framboise) in a bottle.
Conceptual Metaphor
LIQUOR IS A CONCENTRATED FRUIT / A SOPHISTICATED INDULGENCE
Practice
Quiz
What is 'crème de framboise'?