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nombre

The French word 'nombre' is used in a similar context as it's English equivalent 'number'. It refers to a numerical or mathematical figure, has connotations in counting or counting systems, and can be used in broader context such as being synonymous to amount or quantity in certain scenarios. Note that when referring to a telephone 'number', the term 'numéro' is used instead.

Here's how to use it:

• Le nombre de chats que j'ai est quatre.
• Vérifiez toujours le nombre de caractères dans votre mot de passe.
• Le nombre de fois où je te l'ai dit!

attaque

The French word 'attaque' is used primarily in the context of a physical or verbal assault, similar to the English word 'attack'. It can be used to refer to an act of aggressive action against someone or something. It can also refer to a critical or hostile comment.

Here's how to use it:

• Il prépare une attaque contre l'ennemi.
• La ville a subi une attaque de termites.
• L'attaque de la poésie était trop directe.

terme

The French word 'terme' is used similarly to the English word 'term'. It's used in contexts like legal terms (termes juridiques), term of a contract (terme d'un contrat), or end of a time period (fin d'un terme). Be aware that in some contexts and expressions, it might not directly translate to 'term' in English. As always with language learning, understanding the context is key.

Here's how to use it:

• Peux-tu définir ce terme?
• Le terme n'est pas exact.
• Ce terme est difficile à prononcer.

congrès

The French word 'congrès' is used in much the same way as the English word 'congress.' It can refer to a formal meeting or series of meetings for discussion and decision in such areas as politics and business. An example of use could be: 'Ils vont participer au congrès de la santé cette année,' which translates to, 'They will participate in the health congress this year.'

Here's how to use it:

• J'ai assisté à un congrès sur les langues étrangères l'an dernier.
• Le thème du congrès de cette année est la biodiversité.
• Le congrès international sur le changement climatique a apporté de l'espoir.

sauvegarder

In French, 'sauvegarder' is how you say 'save'. It is typically used in the context of storing or preserving something for future use - just like 'save' in English. For instance, you might use 'sauvegarder' to talk about saving a document or file on a computer, or preserving memories for later. It's fairly simple to use, as it typically fits into sentences in the same way as its English equivalent.

Here's how to use it:

• Pouvez-vous sauvegarder ces fichiers sur le serveur pour moi?
• Je vais sauvegarder mon travail toutes les heures pour éviter toute perte.
• J'ai peur de perdre mes données, alors je vais les sauvegarder.

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