Boeuf bourguignon
Beef bourguignon
Language note: Pronounce as 'buff bore-ghee-nyon'.
Culture note: A classic French beef stew with red wine, named after Burgundy.
Context: They recall their visit to the coastal city Marseille and discuss recreating a famous stew from there.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Boeuf
[buhf]
Beef
Meat from cattle, often used in cooking.
Elle cuisine du boeuf bourguignon ce soir.
She is cooking beef bourguignon tonight.
bourguignon
[bor-ghee-nyon]
Burgundian
Referring to the Burgundy region of France, often attributed to the style of cooking.
Le plat de boeuf bourguignon est célèbre.
The beef bourguignon dish is famous.
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