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césar
"César" in French refers to Caesar, a title for Roman emperors, or the César Award, a French film accolade.
In a sentence
Jules César était un célèbre général romain.
Julius Caesar was a famous Roman general.
The word 'césar' here is used as part of the proper noun 'Jules César', referring specifically to the historical figure Julius Caesar.
Le césar du meilleur acteur a été décerné hier soir.
The César for best actor was awarded last night.
In this sentence, 'césar' refers metaphorically to the César Award, which is named after the sculptor César Baldaccini and given for cinematic achievements in France.
Le prénom César est souvent associé à des leaders puissants.
The first name Caesar is often associated with powerful leaders.
The term 'césar' is used generically here to discuss the connotation and perception of the name 'Caesar' in general.
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