perle rare
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French[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Literally, “rare pearl”.
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
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)
Usage notes[edit]
- Chiefly used in the singular, with the definite article: trouver la perle rare, dénicher la perle rare.