This is the 8923rd most frequent French word.
carrefours
"Carrefours" means "crossroads" or "intersections" in English.
In this sentence, "carrefours" refers to physical intersections or crossroads in an urban setting.
Les carrefours dans cette ville sont souvent encombrés aux heures de pointe.
The intersections in this city are often congested during peak hours.
Here, "carrefour" metaphorically represents a crucial turning point or moment of choice in someone's life.
Au carrefour de sa carrière, elle a dû prendre une décision importante.
At the crossroads of her career, she had to make an important decision.
In this example, "carrefour" symbolizes the meeting or blending point of different cultural elements.