This is the 5688th most frequent French word.
castle
"Castle" in French translates to "château," meaning a large fortified building or residence.
In this context, 'château' refers to a large manor house or estate, emphasizing a sense of leisure and rural tranquility.
Nous avons acheté un petit château à la campagne.
We bought a small castle in the countryside.
In this sentence, 'château' is used to refer to a historical building of significant architectural and cultural importance, typically associated with European heritage.
J'ai visité un magnifique château en France.
I visited a magnificent castle in France.
Here, 'château' symbolizes a fantastical or mythical dwelling, often featured in fairy tales and stories of magic.