# Brie

/ˈbɹi/ (US) · /bɹˈiː/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/brie
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

a soft, creamy cheese from France that has a thin white skin on the outside. It is usually served at room temperature so it stays soft and easy to spread.

For teachers: a soft-ripened cheese made from cow's milk, characterized by a pale color and a bloomy rind of white mold. Named after the French region from which it originates.

## Examples

- I bought a wedge of brie for the party.
- The waiter served the brie with a side of sliced apples and warm bread.
- While many prefer their brie mild and firm, connoisseurs often wait for the cheese to reach a runny consistency, indicating it has fully ripened and developed its characteristic earthy flavor.

## Usage notes

- Uncountable when referring to the substance; countable when referring to a specific variety or a whole wheel of the cheese.

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