perle rare

French

Etymology

Literally, “rare pearl”.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /pɛʁ.l(ə) ʁaʁ/

Noun

perle rare f (plural perles rares)

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

Usage notes

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

See also

oiseau rare
denrée rare

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