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cours
course

In French, the term 'cours' is used to represent the English word 'course'. It can refer to a series of lectures or lessons in a particular subject, typically leading to a qualification. For instance, academic courses in a university. It can also be used to signify the direction in which something is moving. However, the specific usage will typically depend on the context in which it is applied.

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éducation
education

In French, the word for 'education' is 'éducation'. Much like in English, it gets used widely in discussions about schooling, teaching, and learning. It can refer to both the process of instructing or the system by which one is instructed. Examples of usage in sentences are: 'Je suis en charge de l'éducation de mes enfants' which means 'I am in charge of my children's education' or 'L'éducation est essentielle pour le développement' which translates to 'Education is essential for development'.

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étudier
study

The French word for 'study' is 'étudier'. It is usually used to refer to the act of devoting time and attention to acquiring knowledge on an academic subject, especially by means of books, or a detailed investigation and analysis of a subject or situation.

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pratique
practice

The French word for 'practice' is 'pratique'. It can be used in a variety of contexts, similar to the English usage, such as talking about a habit, custom, or routine (e.g. 'c'est une pratique courante' means 'it's a common practice'), to refer to practicing a skill (e.g. 'la pratique du piano' means 'practicing the piano'), or in a medical context (e.g. 'pratique médicale' means 'medical practice'). As with English, the French word 'pratique' can shift between these different meanings depending on context.

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