Desserts

/dɪˈzɜːrts/ noun

Definition

sweet courses eaten at the end of a meal

Etymology

from French desservir meaning 'to clear the table', from des- (removal) + servir 'to serve'

Kelly Says

Here's a fun fact: 'desserts' spelled backwards is 'stressed' - which is ironic since desserts are supposed to make us feel better!

Translations

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postres
poh-streh-s

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