No. 2,010 in French
bob
A short haircut.
In a sentence
J'adore porter un bob quand il fait chaud.
I love wearing a bucket hat when it is hot.
The word 'bob' here refers to a type of hat called a bucket hat, commonly worn in sunny weather.
Le style du bob est très apprécié par les jeunes.
The style of the bucket hat is very appreciated by the youth.
In this sentence, 'bob' retains its meaning as a bucket hat but emphasizes its trendy cultural aspect among young people.
Il a acheté un bob rouge pour ses vacances.
He bought a red bucket hat for his vacation.
The word 'bob' is used straightforwardly to indicate the specific type of hat that the individual purchased.
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