No. 313 in French
appel
The French word "appel" means "call" or "appeal" in English.
In a sentence
J'ai reçu un appel important ce matin.
I received an important call this morning.
In this sentence, the word 'appel' is used to mean a telephone call, indicating communication via phone.
L'appel de la liberté est universel.
The call of freedom is universal.
Here, 'appel' symbolizes a figurative summons or an emotional call towards a general concept.
Le juge a examiné l'appel du verdict.
The judge reviewed the appeal of the verdict.
In this case, 'appel' refers to a legal plea or request for the reconsideration of a decision.
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