French for "dainty"

MIGNON

Think of a word often used to describe something small and charming, like a delicate dessert or a tiny, adorable pet.

The clue asks for the French word meaning "dainty," which directly translates to "mignon." It’s a straightforward definition with no wordplay—just a simple vocabulary match. In French, "mignon" can describe something small, cute, or delicate, fitting the idea of dainty perfectly. You might also recognize it from phrases like "filet mignon," where it hints at something tender or refined.