noun Uncommon

royale

raw-YAL

Royale (noun) means a savoury custard, cut into small decorative shapes, used to garnish a clear soup such as consommé. Example: “The chef floated tiny star-shaped royale in the consommé.”

noun

A savoury custard, cut into small decorative shapes, used to garnish a clear soup such as consommé.

"The chef floated tiny star-shaped royale in the consommé."

How to use royale

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA fancy garnish made of firm, unsweetened custard cut into shapes, used to decorate clear soups.

Word forms

royales plural

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Rhymes for royale

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Frequently asked questions

What does “royale” mean?

The word “royale” means a savoury custard, cut into small decorative shapes, used to garnish a clear soup such as consommé. In plain terms, a fancy garnish made of firm, unsweetened custard cut into shapes, used to decorate clear soups.

How do you pronounce “royale”?

“Royale” is pronounced raw-YAL (/ɹɔˈjæl/ in IPA).

How do you use “royale” in a sentence?

Here is “royale” used in a sentence: “The chef floated tiny star-shaped royale in the consommé.”

What part of speech is “royale”?

“Royale” is a noun.

Is “royale” a common word?

“Royale” is an uncommon word in modern English.