perle rare

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French[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Literally, “rare pearl”.

Pronunciation[edit]

Noun[edit]

perle rare f (plural perles rares)

  1. (figuratively) one in a million, extraordinary person, rare gem, real treasure
  2. (figuratively) special someone (a person's ideal mate)
    Synonyms: âme sœur, amour

Usage notes[edit]

  • Chiefly used in the singular, with the definite article: trouver la perle rare, dénicher la perle rare.

See also[edit]

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