Definition

A small pastry that is usually filled with sweet or savory ingredients.

Example

She served delicious fruit tartlets for dessert at the party.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a tartlet before?

Yes, I had a fruit tartlet at that bakery last week.

That sounds delicious! I love how small and cute they are.

Definitely! I think I might get another one this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Tartlet** → It is formed from "tart" (from Old French *tarte*, meaning a pastry or pie) and the diminutive suffix "-let" (meaning small). A tartlet is a small pastry or pie.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tart' as a type of pastry, and the '-let' means small, so a tartlet is a small pastry.

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