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What is the difference between royal and royale? Except the 'e' obviously!

Question #79329. Asked by mrsoliverwood.

Related Trivia Topics: Royalty & Monarchs   England  
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lanfranco
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"Royale" is simply the French feminine form of "royal." In English, it is sometimes used to add a touch of glamour or elegance to the name of something, as in "kir royale," a drink made with champagne and creme de cassis.

Apr 23 2007, 8:19 AM
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Its also what the French call the McDonalds' quarter pounder.

Apr 23 2007, 9:18 AM
MonkeyOnALeash
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As in Pulp Fiction! Gazer!

Apr 23 2007, 4:20 PM
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I can't help wondering if Mrs Wood was inspired to ask this by the recent Bond film or the recent presidential candidate.

Apr 23 2007, 7:52 PM
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