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livret

booklet, little book

noun lee-VREH Rare

Origin: diminutive of 'livre' (book), from Latin 'libellus'

Also means

passbook, savings book

Usage Note

Livret covers several distinct booklet types: a livret de famille is the official French family record book issued at marriage, a livret A is a regulated savings account, and a livret scolaire is a school report booklet. In music, livret also refers to a libretto. The word is key in French administrative life.

Examples

"Le livret de famille est remis lors du mariage."

Natural Translation

The family record booklet is given out at the wedding.

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