alamode in English
- alamode⇄adv., adj. a la mode.
- alamode⇄alamode, noun, adverb, adjective.
- alamode⇄noun a lightweight, glossy silk, used especially for scarfs.
Alamode
Part of Speech
Adjective, Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈæləˌmoʊd/ (AL-uh-mohd)
Definitions
- Adjective: In fashion; stylish or trendy; fashionable.
- Adjective: In French cuisine, served with a topping, typically of ice cream or sauce.
- Noun: A fashionable or stylish manner, trend, or style, particularly in the context of food or fashion.
Usage Examples
- She wore an alamoed dress to the gala, looking very chic and stylish.
- The chef served the dessert alamoed, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Etymology
From the French "à la mode," meaning "in the fashion." In the United States, the term "alamode" was adapted to describe both a fashionable style and a particular culinary presentation, particularly in reference to desserts topped with ice cream or other adornments.
Synonyms
- Fashionable
- Trendy
- Chic
- Stylish
- In vogue
Antonyms
- Outdated
- Old-fashioned
- Unfashionable
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| English | Alamode | /ˈæləˌmoʊd/ (AL-uh-mohd) |
| Spanish | A la moda | /a la ˈmoða/ (ah lah MOH-dah) |
| French | À la mode | /a la mɔd/ (ah lah mohd) |
| Italian | Alla moda | /ˈalːa ˈmɔda/ (AH-lah MOH-dah) |
| German | Mode | /ˈmoːdə/ (MOH-duh) |
| Portuguese | À moda | /a ˈmɔdɐ/ (ah MOH-dah) |
| Russian | А-ля мода | /a-lya moda/ (ah-LYAH moh-dah) |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 时尚的 | /shíshàng de/ (SHIR-shahng duh) |
| Arabic | على الموضة | /‘ala al-mowda/ (ah-lah al-MOH-dah) |
| Hindi | फैशन में | /faishan mein/ (FAY-shuhn main) |
| Bengali | ফ্যাশনেবল | /fæʃənəbəl/ (FASH-uh-nuh-buhl) |
| Punjabi | ਫੈਸ਼ਨ ਵਾਲਾ | /faishan vāḷā/ (FAY-shuhn WAA-lah) |
| Telugu | ఫ్యాషనబుల్ | /fæʃənəbəl/ (FAY-shuh-nuh-buhl) |
| Gujarati | ફૅશનાવલ | /fɛʃəˈnɑːvəl/ (FAY-shuh-nah-vuhl) |
| Marathi | फॅशनable | /fɛʃəˈnəbəl/ (FAY-shuh-nuh-buhl) |
| Malayalam | ഫാഷന് | /fāṣan/ (FAH-shun) |
| Tamil | பேஷனில் | /peṣaṉil/ (PEH-shuh-nil) |
| Odia | ଫ୍ୟାସନ୍ | /fɛʃən/ (FAY-shuhn) |
| Kannada | ಫ್ಯಾಶನಬಲ್ | /fæʃənəbəl/ (FAY-shuh-nuh-buhl) |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- In France, "à la mode" is pronounced with a soft "a" sound, while in English-speaking countries, "alamode" is typically pronounced with an emphasis on the first syllable.
- In some regions of the United States, "alamode" is specifically associated with desserts topped with ice cream, particularly pies and cakes.
Historical Usage
The term "alamode" first emerged in 18th-century France, originally referring to food served "in the fashion" of the times, typically with a rich or stylish presentation. Over time, the term evolved, particularly in the United States, to describe a dessert (often pie) served with a scoop of ice cream, and eventually, it was used more broadly to refer to anything fashionable or trendy.
Cultural Nuances
In modern usage, particularly in North America, "alamode" is often associated with dessert, especially "apple pie a la mode," referring to a slice of pie topped with a scoop of ice cream. The phrase "à la mode" retains its original meaning in French culinary contexts but has evolved in English to refer to anything that is fashionable or trendy.
More Information
The concept of "alamode" continues to be popular in culinary circles, particularly in the United States, where dishes served "alamode" are seen as indulgent or luxurious. The use of "alamode" in fashion and everyday life reflects a cultural emphasis on style and trendiness, often in reference to fleeting fads or high-end elegance. The term carries with it a sense of being in-the-know and part of a fashionable community.