Reneklode

greengage plum

noun reh-neh-KLOH-deh Rare

Origin: from French reine-claude

Usage Note

Reneklode is the sweet green-yellow plum variety named after French queen Claude. Exceptionally sweet and aromatic, it is considered a delicacy. Available briefly in summer at farm stands and specialty markets.

Examples

"Renekloden sind seltener als Pflaumen, aber viel aromatischer."

Natural Translation

Greengages are rarer than plums but much more aromatic.

Literal Translation

Greengages are rarer than plums, but much more aromatic.

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