coule

This is the 9244th most frequent French word.


coule

"Coule" means "flows" or "sinks" in English, depending on context.


In this sentence, 'coule' refers to the action of flowing, commonly associated with liquids such as water.

L'eau coule doucement dans la rivière.

The water flows gently in the river.


Here, 'coule' means leaking, often used to describe ink pens or objects that inadvertently release liquid.

Mon stylo coule, je vais changer de stylo.

My pen leaks, I will change to another pen.


In this context, 'coule' describes the action of sinking, usually involving heavier objects going underwater due to damage or flooding.

Le bateau coule après avoir percuté un rocher.

The boat sinks after hitting a rock.