Beaujolais Meaning in English

word

US

ˈboʊdʒoʊˌɫeɪ

BOH-zhoh-LAY

UK

ˌbəʊʒəˈleɪ

buh-ZHOH-lay

Definition

Beaujolais is a French red wine made from the Gamay grape, produced in the Beaujolais region. It is known for its light, fruity flavor and is often enjoyed young.

Usage & Nuances

Used as an uncountable noun in English for the type of wine or as a proper noun for the region. 'Beaujolais Nouveau' refers to a specific, very young variety. Often associated with celebrations or tasting events, especially in November.

• Spanish: beaujolais (vino francés)
• Portuguese (BR): beaujolais (vinho francês tinto)
• Portuguese (PT): beaujolais (vinho tinto francês)
• Chinese (Simplified): 博若莱（法国葡萄酒）
• Chinese (Traditional): 博若萊（法國葡萄酒）
• Hindi: बोजोलै (फ्रांसीसी वाइन)
• Arabic: بوجوليه (نبيذ فرنسي)
• Bengali: বেজোলেই (ফরাসি রেড ওয়াইন)
• Russian: божо́ле
• Japanese: ボージョレ（ワイン）
• Vietnamese: Beaujolais (rượu vang đỏ Pháp)
• Korean: 보졸레 (와인)
• Turkish: Beaujolais (Fransız kırmızı şarabı)
• Urdu: بوجوليه (فرانسیسی سرخ شراب)
• Indonesian: Beaujolais (rượu vang đỏ Pháp)

Example Sentences

We enjoyed a glass of Beaujolais with dinner.

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Beaujolais is made from Gamay grapes.

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Many people celebrate the arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau.

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"Let's get a bottle of Beaujolais for tonight's party," she suggested.

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Every November, the release of Beaujolais Nouveau is a big event in France.

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I'm not usually a red wine fan, but that Beaujolais was so refreshing and easy to drink.

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