babioles vs bibelots in French

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Both babioles and bibelots refer to small decorative objects, but there are subtle differences:

des babioles: small trinkets, knickknacks, often of little value and perhaps somewhat tacky or frivolous. Can also mean "nonsense" (informally).

des bibelots: small, charming ornaments or curios; more elegant/collectible than babioles.

Related Topics: French slang for objects, Shopping for antiques, French diminutives

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