No. 490 in French
comité
"Comité" means "committee" in English.
In a sentence
Le comité s'est réuni pour discuter des nouvelles règles.
The committee met to discuss the new rules.
Here, 'comité' refers to an organized group of individuals gathering to discuss and make decisions about specific topics.
Elle a été élue présidente du comité local des parents d'élèves.
She was elected president of the local parents' committee.
In this case, 'comité' designates a specific organized group, usually part of a larger structure, focusing on a defined scope of interest, such as local school matters.
Il faut envoyer cette proposition au comité pour approbation.
This proposal must be sent to the committee for approval.
Here, 'comité' represents an authoritative group responsible for reviewing and approving decisions or proposals.
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