No. 5,851 in French
cricket
Cricket: A sport played between two teams, using a bat, ball, and wickets.
In a sentence
Le cricket est un sport populaire en Angleterre.
Cricket is a popular sport in England.
Here, 'cricket' refers to the sport commonly played in England and many other parts of the world.
J'ai entendu un cricket chanter près de la fenêtre hier soir.
I heard a cricket singing near the window last night.
In this usage, 'cricket' refers to the insect known for its chirping sounds, often heard in the evening.
Le bruit du cricket était apaisant et rythmique.
The sound of the cricket was soothing and rhythmic.
Again, 'cricket' refers to the insect, emphasizing its sound and the atmosphere it creates.
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