word
French
beurre blanc
BUR BLONK
bɜːr blɒŋListen
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Syllable breakdown
beurreblanc
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Dictionary meaning
A classic French butter sauce made by whisking cold butter into a reduction of white wine and shallots.
History and origin
French — 'beurre' (butter) + 'blanc' (white).
Examples
- The sole was served with a classic beurre blanc, made with a Muscadet reduction.
Common mispronunciations
BEW-ree BLANKbur BLANK
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