Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petits-pois
noun
pəˈti ˈpwä
Definition
Small, tender green peas that are commonly used in cooking.
Examples
- The chef garnished the dish with fresh petits-pois for added flavor.
- In spring, we love to eat salads that include petits-pois for their sweetness.
Meaning
Petits-pois, translating to ‘little peas’ in French, refers to young green peas that are typically harvested early for their sweet flavor and tender texture.
Synonyms
- green peas
- sweet peas
