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poupée

doll

noun poo-PEH Less Common

Usage Note

Poupée is used colloquially as a term of endearment for a young woman or girlfriend, though this can feel condescending in professional settings. The diminutive poupette is an affectionate nickname for a small child. Poupée de chiffon ('rag doll') and poupée russe ('Russian nesting doll' / matryoshka) are set expressions.

Examples

"La petite fille joue avec sa poupée."

Natural Translation

The little girl plays with her doll.

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