ail
garlic
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/aj/
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Cultural Note
Garlic is a pillar of southern French cuisine, especially in Provence. The famous aïoli (garlic mayonnaise) gives its name to a traditional Provençal dish. The garlic capital of France is Lautrec in the Tarn, known for its pink garlic which holds an IGP (protected geographical indication).
📝 Example Sentences
L'ail est un ingrédient essentiel de la cuisine provençale.
Garlic is an essential ingredient in Provençal cooking.
Frotte la croûte du pain avec une gousse d'ail.
Rub the bread crust with a clove of garlic.