pépite

See also: pepite

French

Etymology

From Spanish pepita.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /pe.pit/

Noun

pépite f (plural pépites)

  1. nugget
    pépite d'or ― gold nugget
  2. (figuratively) gem, treasure (piece of choice, precious element)
    les pépites d'un discours ― the gems of a speech
    C'est une pépite... un pro absolu.
    He is a gem – an absolute professional.
    Une petite pépite du cinéma indépendant.
    This is a small treasure of independent filmmaking.
  3. sprinkles, chips (used for decorating food)
    pépites de chocolat
    chocolate chips

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