Dubonnet Meaning in English

word

US

duːˌbɑːˈneɪ

doo-bah-NAY

UK

ˌdjuːbɒˈneɪ

dyoo-bon-AY

Definition

Dubonnet is a French fortified wine, flavored with herbs and spices, often enjoyed as an aperitif before meals.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used as a proper noun; always capitalized. Common in classic cocktails, e.g., 'Dubonnet cocktail'. Known for its association with the British royal family. Not to be confused with other aperitifs like vermouth.

• Spanish: Dubonnet
• Portuguese (BR): Dubonnet
• Portuguese (PT): Dubonnet
• Chinese (Simplified): 都邦内（法国加烈葡萄酒饮品）
• Chinese (Traditional): 都邦內（法國加烈葡萄酒飲品）
• Hindi: डुबोनेट (एक प्रकार की फ्रांसीसी शराब)
• Arabic: دوبونيه (مشروب كحولي فرنسي)
• Bengali: ডুবোনে
• Russian: Дюбонне
• Japanese: デュボネ
• Vietnamese: Dubonnet
• Korean: 듀보네
• Turkish: Dubonnet
• Urdu: ڈوبونے
• Indonesian: Dubonnet

Example Sentences

I ordered a glass of Dubonnet at the bar.

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Dubonnet is usually served with ice.

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Have you tasted Dubonnet before?

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My grandmother always drinks Dubonnet before dinner—it’s her favorite ritual.

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They made a classic Dubonnet cocktail at the party last night.

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If you like herbal flavors, you’ll probably enjoy Dubonnet.

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