French translation of rancescent is 
rancescent

Meaning of "rancescent" in English

The term "rancescent" pertains to the process or state of something becoming rancid. It is typically used to describe foods or substances that are beginning to emit an unpleasant odor or taste due to spoilage or chemical changes over time. This term is often associated with oils and fats, which, when oxidized, undergo a chemical transformation leading to a stale or sour smell, indicating the onset of rancidity.

Meaning of "rancescent" in French

The word "rancescent" in French also refers to the process by which something becomes rancid, especially oils or fats that are beginning to spoil or develop an unpleasant odor. This state signifies the early phases of deterioration, where the item is just starting to lose freshness or quality. In culinary contexts, it highlights the initial signs of spoilage that precede full-scale rancidity.

Pronunciation of "rancescent" in English

Phonetic Transcription: The phonetic transcription of "rancescent" is /rænˈsɛsənt/.

Pronunciation Variations: There are generally no significant regional variations in the pronunciation of "rancescent" in English.

Pronunciation of "rancescent" in French

Phonetic Transcription: The phonetic transcription in French is /ʁɑ̃sesɑ̃/.

Pronunciation Variations: French pronunciation of "rancescent" is relatively consistent, with no major regional variations.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The butter was becoming rancescent after being left out all day. (Le beurre devenait rancescent après être resté dehors toute la journée.)
2. He noticed a rancescent smell coming from the old olive oil. (Il remarqua une odeur rancescente provenant de l'huile d'olive vieille.)
3. The rancescent aroma of the cheese indicated it was no longer fresh. (L'arôme rancescent du fromage indiquait qu'il n'était plus frais.)
4. During the summer, the coconut oil turned rancescent much faster. (Pendant l'été, l'huile de coco est devenue rancescente beaucoup plus rapidement.)
5. The salad dressing had a slight rancescent taste by the end of the week. (La vinaigrette avait un goût légèrement rancescent à la fin de la semaine.)
6. The chef discarded the rancescent sesame oil immediately. (Le chef a immédiatement jeté l'huile de sésame rancescente.)
7. To avoid a rancescent flavor, he kept the nuts in airtight containers. (Pour éviter une saveur rancescente, il gardait les noix dans des conteneurs hermétiques.)
8. She was wary of the rancescent milk in the refrigerator. (Elle était méfiante vis-à-vis du lait rancescent dans le réfrigérateur.)
9. The fish began to emit a rancescent odor after a few days. (Le poisson a commencé à émettre une odeur rancescente après quelques jours.)
10. The rancescent butter spoiled their breakfast plans. (Le beurre rancescent a gâché leurs plans pour le petit déjeuner.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "rancescent" in English

Synonyms: stale, sour, musty, spoiled, off, putrid, decomposing, fetid.

Antonyms: fresh, pure, sweet, unspoiled, clean.

Similar Words: rancid, decaying, noisy.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "rancescent" in French

Synonyms: rance, avarié, pourri, aigre.

Antonyms: frais, pur, propre.

Similar Words: oxydé, moisi, périmé.

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