noun

camembert

KA-mom-bair

Camembert (noun) means a soft, creamy French cheese made from cow's milk, with a bloomy white rind. Example: “We served warm camembert with crusty bread.”

noun

A soft, creamy French cheese made from cow's milk, with a bloomy white rind.

"We served warm camembert with crusty bread."

How to use camembert

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA soft French cheese, similar to brie, often baked and served warm.

Word forms

camemberts plural

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Etymology

Named after Camembert, the Normandy village where the cheese originated.

Frequently asked questions

What does “camembert” mean?

The word “camembert” means a soft, creamy French cheese made from cow's milk, with a bloomy white rind. In plain terms, a soft French cheese, similar to brie, often baked and served warm.

How do you pronounce “camembert”?

“Camembert” is pronounced KA-mom-bair (/ˈkæmɒmˌbeə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “camembert” in a sentence?

Here is “camembert” used in a sentence: “We served warm camembert with crusty bread.”

What part of speech is “camembert”?

“Camembert” is a noun.