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sommelier

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Noun — A trained wine expert at a restaurant who manages the wine list and advises diners on their choice.

Synonyms

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wine waiter wine steward

How to use sommelier

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a certified sommelier ask the sommelier

Etymology

From French sommelier, originally someone in charge of pack animals carrying supplies, later a wine steward.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sommelier” mean?

The word “sommelier” means a trained wine expert at a restaurant who manages the wine list and advises diners on their choice. In plain terms, a restaurant's wine expert.

How do you pronounce “sommelier”?

“Sommelier” is pronounced som-MEH-lee-uh (/ˌsɔməlˈjeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “sommelier” in a sentence?

Here is “sommelier” used in a sentence: “The sommelier recommended a light red to go with the duck.”

What part of speech is “sommelier”?

“Sommelier” is a noun.

Where does the word “sommelier” come from?

The word “sommelier” comes from French. From French sommelier, originally someone in charge of pack animals carrying supplies, later a wine steward.

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