🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

cuisinière

Pronunciation / Transliteration: kwee-zee-NYER

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Cocinera/ko.siˈne.ɾa/
nounCEFR A2 (Elementary)Top #1500 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"La cuisinière a préparé un repas délicieux."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A woman who cooks, especially as a profession.

    "The cocinera prepared a delicious meal for the guests."
  2. 2

    A female chef or cook in a restaurant or household.

    "The cocinera at the restaurant is known for her innovative dishes."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'cocinera' originates from the Spanish verb 'cocinar', which means 'to cook'. It has Latin roots, derived from 'coquināre', a form of 'coquus', meaning 'cook'. Over time, it has evolved to specifically refer to a female cook in various Spanish-speaking cultures.

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